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CVE-1999-1211

First published: Wed Mar 27 1991(Updated: )

Vulnerability in in.telnetd in SunOS 4.1.1 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sun SunOS<=4.1.1
<=4.1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-1211?

    CVE-1999-1211 is assigned a high severity rating due to its potential for local users to gain root privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-1211?

    To fix CVE-1999-1211, it is recommended to upgrade to a supported version of SunOS later than 4.1.1.

  • Who is affected by CVE-1999-1211?

    CVE-1999-1211 affects local users on systems running SunOS 4.1.1 and earlier.

  • What systems are vulnerable to CVE-1999-1211?

    The vulnerable systems for CVE-1999-1211 include SunOS 4.1.1 and earlier versions.

  • What is the nature of the CVE-1999-1211 vulnerability?

    The nature of CVE-1999-1211 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the in.telnetd service.

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