CVE-1999-1131: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Oct 24 1997(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in OSF Distributed Computing Environment (DCE) security demon (secd) in IRIX 6.4 and earlier allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a long principal, group, or organization.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SGI IRIX | =5.3 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.4 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.3 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.2 | |
| =5.3 | ||
| =6.2 | ||
| =6.3 | ||
| =6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1131?
CVE-1999-1131 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1131?
To fix CVE-1999-1131, upgrade to a version of SGI IRIX that is not affected, such as versions later than 6.4.
Which SGI IRIX versions are affected by CVE-1999-1131?
CVE-1999-1131 affects SGI IRIX versions 5.3, 6.2, 6.3, and 6.4.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-1999-1131?
CVE-1999-1131 can be exploited by attackers sending overly long principal, group, or organization names to cause a buffer overflow.
Is CVE-1999-1131 still a threat today?
While CVE-1999-1131 was relevant for older IRIX systems, it presents a lower risk today due to the discontinuation of those versions.
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