CVE-1999-1399
First published: Wed Aug 20 1997(Updated: )
spaceball program in SpaceWare 7.3 v1.0 in IRIX 6.2 allows local users to gain root privileges by setting the HOSTNAME environmental variable to contain the commands to be executed.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SGI IRIX | =6.2 | |
| =6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1399?
CVE-1999-1399 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability allowing users to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1399?
To fix CVE-1999-1399, ensure that users do not have the ability to set the HOSTNAME environmental variable to execute arbitrary commands.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-1399?
CVE-1999-1399 affects the Spaceball program in SpaceWare 7.3 on SGI IRIX 6.2.
Can CVE-1999-1399 be exploited remotely?
CVE-1999-1399 is a local vulnerability, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely without local access.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-1999-1399?
Exploiting CVE-1999-1399 can lead to full system compromise with root access to the affected system.
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