CVE-1999-1415: Medium severity digital ultrix vulnerability
Published Aug 23, 1991
·Updated
Vulnerability in /usr/bin/mail in DEC ULTRIX before 4.2 allows local users to gain privileges.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Digital Ultrix<=4.2
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Digital Ultrixto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.2
Event History
Aug 23, 1991
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 12, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1415?
CVE-1999-1415 has a high severity level as it allows local users to gain elevated privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-1999-1415?
To fix CVE-1999-1415, upgrade to DEC ULTRIX version 4.2 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-1999-1415?
CVE-1999-1415 affects local users on DEC ULTRIX systems prior to version 4.2.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-1415?
CVE-1999-1415 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
5
When was CVE-1999-1415 discovered?
CVE-1999-1415 was reported and documented in 1999.