CVE-1999-0977: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Dec 10 1999(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Solaris sadmind allows remote attackers to gain root privileges using a NETMGT_PROC_SERVICE request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | =5.5 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5.1 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0977?
CVE-1999-0977 is considered to be critical as it allows remote attackers to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0977?
To fix CVE-1999-0977, apply the patch provided by Oracle for the affected Solaris versions.
Which versions of Solaris are affected by CVE-1999-0977?
CVE-1999-0977 affects Solaris versions 2.5, 2.5.1, 2.6, 7.0, and certain SunOS versions.
What impact does CVE-1999-0977 have on affected systems?
The impact of CVE-1999-0977 is that an attacker can execute arbitrary code with root privileges, compromising system security.
Is CVE-1999-0977 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-1999-0977 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited over the network without physical access.
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