CVE-1999-1309
First published: Fri Aug 30 1996(Updated: )
Sendmail before 8.6.7 allows local users to gain root access via a large value in the debug (-d) command line option.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sendmail | <=8.6.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.dataguard.no/bugtraq/1994_1/0040.html
- http://www.dataguard.no/bugtraq/1994_1/0042.html
- http://www.dataguard.no/bugtraq/1994_1/0048.html
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-94.12.sendmail.vulnerabilities
- http://www.dataguard.no/bugtraq/1994_1/0043.html
- http://www.dataguard.no/bugtraq/1994_1/0078.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7155
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1309?
CVE-1999-1309 has a critical severity level as it allows local users to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1309?
To fix CVE-1999-1309, upgrade Sendmail to version 8.6.8 or later.
What versions of Sendmail are affected by CVE-1999-1309?
CVE-1999-1309 affects all versions of Sendmail prior to 8.6.8, including 8.6.7 and earlier.
What type of access does CVE-1999-1309 exploit?
CVE-1999-1309 exploits local user access to gain root privileges through the debug command line option.
Is CVE-1999-1309 a zero-day vulnerability?
CVE-1999-1309 is not a zero-day vulnerability as it has been publicly documented and known for many years.
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