CVE-1999-1434
First published: Mon Jul 13 1998(Updated: )
login in Slackware Linux 3.2 through 3.5 does not properly check for an error when the /etc/group file is missing, which prevents it from dropping privileges, causing it to assign root privileges to any local user who logs on to the server.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Slackware Linux | =3.1 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.2 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.3 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.4 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1434?
CVE-1999-1434 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to grant root privileges to any local user.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1434?
To fix CVE-1999-1434, ensure that the /etc/group file exists and is properly configured.
Which versions of Slackware Linux are affected by CVE-1999-1434?
CVE-1999-1434 affects Slackware Linux versions 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, and 3.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-1434?
CVE-1999-1434 is a privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can CVE-1999-1434 be exploited remotely?
CVE-1999-1434 is not a remote exploit, as it requires local access to the server.
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