CVE-1999-1205
First published: Fri Jun 07 1996(Updated: )
nettune in HP-UX 10.01 and 10.00 is installed setuid root, which allows local users to cause a denial of service by modifying critical networking configuration information.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HPE HP-UX | =10.00 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =10.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1205?
CVE-1999-1205 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to cause denial of service on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1205?
To fix CVE-1999-1205, you should remove the setuid bit from the nettune executable or upgrade to a secure version of HP-UX.
Which versions of HP-UX are affected by CVE-1999-1205?
CVE-1999-1205 affects HP-UX versions 10.00 and 10.01.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-1999-1205?
The potential impacts of CVE-1999-1205 include unauthorized modification of critical networking configuration and service disruptions.
Who is mainly at risk from CVE-1999-1205?
Local users on systems running vulnerable versions of HP-UX are mainly at risk from CVE-1999-1205.
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