CVE-1999-1182: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jul 17 1997(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in run-time linkers (1) ld.so or (2) ld-linux.so for Linux systems allows local users to gain privileges by calling a setuid program with a long program name (argv[0]) and forcing ld.so/ld-linux.so to report an error.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dericia Delicia | =5.2 | |
| Caldera OpenLinux Lite | =1.1 | |
| Debian | =4.0 | |
| lst lst power linux | =2.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =4.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =4.1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =4.2 | |
| SUSE Linux | =5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1182?
CVE-1999-1182 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1182?
To fix CVE-1999-1182, update the affected Linux systems and software packages to the latest versions that include the necessary patches.
Which Linux distributions are affected by CVE-1999-1182?
CVE-1999-1182 affects multiple Linux distributions including Delix DLD, Caldera OpenLinux Lite, Debian GNU/Linux, Red Hat Linux versions 4.0 to 4.2, and SUSE Linux 5.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-1182?
CVE-1999-1182 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the run-time linkers ld.so and ld-linux.so, allowing privilege escalation.
Can CVE-1999-1182 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-1999-1182 requires local user access to exploit the vulnerability by calling a setuid program with a manipulated program name.
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