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CVE-1999-0974: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Dec 09 1999(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Solaris snoop allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via GETQUOTA requests to the rpc.rquotad service.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.4
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.5
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.5.1
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.5.1
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=2.6
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=7.0
Sun SunOS
Sun SunOS=5.4
Sun SunOS=5.5
Sun SunOS=5.5.1
Sun SunOS=5.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0974?

    CVE-1999-0974 is considered critical as it allows remote attackers to gain root privileges on affected Solaris systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0974?

    To fix CVE-1999-0974, apply the appropriate patches provided by Oracle for the affected Solaris versions.

  • Which Solaris versions are affected by CVE-1999-0974?

    CVE-1999-0974 affects Solaris 2.4, 2.5, 2.5.1, 2.6, 7.0, and various versions of SunOS including 5.4, 5.5, 5.5.1, and 5.7.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0974?

    CVE-1999-0974 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited via GETQUOTA requests.

  • Can CVE-1999-0974 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-1999-0974 can be exploited remotely by attackers targeting the rpc.rquotad service.

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