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CVE-1999-1114: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Apr 08 1998(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Korn Shell (ksh) suid_exec program on IRIX 6.x and earlier, and possibly other operating systems, allows local users to gain root privileges.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SGI IRIX=6.0.1
SGI IRIX=5.3
SGI IRIX=6.0.1
SGI IRIX=6.1
SGI IRIX=5.0.1
SGI IRIX=5.1.1
SGI IRIX=6.4
SGI IRIX=5.0
SGI IRIX=5.1
SGI IRIX=5.2
SGI IRIX=6.0
SGI IRIX=6.3
SGI IRIX=6.2
=5.0
=5.0.1
=5.1
=5.1.1
=5.2
=5.3
=6.0
=6.0.1
=6.0.1
=6.1
=6.2
=6.3
=6.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-1114?

    CVE-1999-1114 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain root privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-1114?

    To fix CVE-1999-1114, users should update the Korn Shell (ksh) to a patched version that addresses the buffer overflow issue.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-1114?

    CVE-1999-1114 affects IRIX 6.x and earlier versions, potentially impacting other operating systems as well.

  • Who is at risk from CVE-1999-1114?

    Local users on vulnerable systems are at risk from CVE-1999-1114 as they can exploit the buffer overflow to gain elevated privileges.

  • Is CVE-1999-1114 still relevant today?

    While CVE-1999-1114 primarily affects older systems, its existence highlights the importance of addressing buffer overflow vulnerabilities in modern software.

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