CVE-1999-1040
First published: Wed Apr 08 1998(Updated: )
Vulnerabilities in (1) ipxchk and (2) ipxlink in NetWare Client 1.0 on IRIX 6.3 and 6.4 allows local users to gain root access via a modified IFS environmental variable.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SGI IRIX | =6.4 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.3 | |
| =6.3 | ||
| =6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1040?
CVE-1999-1040 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1040?
To fix CVE-1999-1040, upgrade to a patched version of the NetWare Client for SGI IRIX that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-1040?
CVE-1999-1040 affects NetWare Client 1.0 on SGI IRIX versions 6.3 and 6.4.
What can an attacker achieve using CVE-1999-1040?
An attacker can gain root access on the affected systems by exploiting CVE-1999-1040.
Is CVE-1999-1040 still a threat today?
While CVE-1999-1040 is an older vulnerability, systems running the affected versions of SGI IRIX may still be at risk if not updated.
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