CVE-1999-1161: High severity HPE HP-UX vulnerability

Published Nov 3, 1996
·
Updated

Vulnerability in ppl in HP-UX 10.x and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges by forcing ppl to core dump.

Affected Software

2 affected components
HPE HP-UX<=10
HPE HP-UX=9

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Remove

    Remove ppl (HP-UX) from your environment.

    Uninstall or remove the ppl binary from systems where it is not required to eliminate the vulnerable component.

  2. Configuration

    Disable core dumps for users who can run ppl to prevent an attacker from forcing a core dump (for example, set ulimit -c 0 in relevant shell profiles or service startup scripts).

    ppl (HP-UX) core dump generation (ulimit -c) = 0 (disabled)
  3. Compensating control

    Restrict who can execute or access ppl on affected HP-UX 10.x and earlier systems (use file permissions, ACLs, or local access controls) so untrusted local users cannot trigger the vulnerability.

Event History

Nov 3, 1996
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 9, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-1161?

CVE-1999-1161 has a high severity level because it allows local users to gain root privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-1161?

To fix CVE-1999-1161, update your HP-UX system to a version later than 10.x.

3

Who is affected by CVE-1999-1161?

CVE-1999-1161 affects local users of HP-UX versions 10.x and earlier, including HP-UX 9.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-1999-1161?

The potential impacts of CVE-1999-1161 include unauthorized access to the system with root privileges, leading to complete control over the machine.

5

Is CVE-1999-1161 exploitable remotely?

CVE-1999-1161 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the affected system.

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