CVE-1999-1123: High severity Sun SunOS vulnerability

Published May 20, 1991
·
Updated

The installation of Sun Source (sunsrc) tapes allows local users to gain root privileges via setuid root programs (1) makeinstall or (2) winstall.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Sun SunOS=4.0.3
Sun SunOS=4.1
Sun SunOS=4.1.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Remove

    Remove Sun Source (sunsrc) from your environment.

    Uninstall the Sun Source (sunsrc) tapes or remove the installed sunsrc files to eliminate the vulnerable setuid root programs.

  2. Configuration

    Remove the setuid permission from the makeinstall and winstall binaries (for example, run chmod u-s on each installed makeinstall and winstall) to prevent local users from gaining root via these programs.

    makeinstall and winstall setuid = disabled

Event History

May 20, 1991
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 12, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-1123?

CVE-1999-1123 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain root privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-1123?

To fix CVE-1999-1123, you should remove or restrict access to the affected setuid root programs such as makeinstall and winstall.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-1123?

CVE-1999-1123 affects SunOS versions 4.0.3, 4.1, and 4.1.1.

4

Who can exploit the vulnerability identified as CVE-1999-1123?

Any local user with access to the affected SunOS systems can exploit CVE-1999-1123 to gain elevated privileges.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-1999-1123 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-1999-1123 can lead to unauthorized access and control over the system, compromising sensitive data and resources.

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