CVE-1999-1313
First published: Thu May 23 1996(Updated: )
Manual page reader (man) in FreeBSD 2.2 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via a sequence of commands.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeBSD Kernel | =2.0.5 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =2.1.0 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | <=2.2 | |
| FreeBSD Kernel | =2.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1313?
CVE-1999-1313 is considered to have a high severity due to local users potentially gaining elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1313?
To fix CVE-1999-1313, upgrade to FreeBSD versions released after 2.2 that address this vulnerability.
What versions of FreeBSD are affected by CVE-1999-1313?
CVE-1999-1313 affects FreeBSD versions 2.2 and earlier.
Can remote users exploit CVE-1999-1313?
CVE-1999-1313 is a local vulnerability that cannot be exploited by remote users.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-1999-1313?
CVE-1999-1313 allows local users to execute a sequence of commands that can lead to privilege escalation.
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