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CVE-1999-1258

First published: Tue Jan 15 1991(Updated: )

rpc.pwdauthd in SunOS 4.1.1 and earlier does not properly prevent remote access to the daemon, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive system information.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sun SunOS=4.1
Sun SunOS<=4.1.1
<=4.1.1
=4.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-1258?

    CVE-1999-1258 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized remote access.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-1258?

    To fix CVE-1999-1258, upgrade your SunOS version to a later release that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-1999-1258?

    CVE-1999-1258 affects SunOS 4.1.1 and earlier versions.

  • What kind of information can remote attackers obtain from CVE-1999-1258?

    Remote attackers can obtain sensitive system information due to improper access controls in rpc.pwdauthd for CVE-1999-1258.

  • Is CVE-1999-1258 still relevant for modern systems?

    CVE-1999-1258 is primarily of historical interest, as it affects outdated systems that are no longer widely in use.

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