CVE-1999-1477: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 23, 1999
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in GNOME libraries 1.0.8 allows local user to gain root access via a long --espeaker argument in programs such as nethack.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Gnome Gnome Libs=1.0.8
Mandrakesoft Mandrake Linux=6.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Remove

    Remove GNOME libraries 1.0.8 from your environment.

    Uninstall or replace the vulnerable GNOME libraries (version 1.0.8) on affected systems if they are not required.

  2. Compensating control

    Remove setuid root permissions from programs that use the vulnerable libraries (e.g., nethack), or restrict execution of those programs to trusted/local-administrator accounts until a patched library is available.

Event History

Sep 23, 1999
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-1999-1477?

CVE-1999-1477 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain root access.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-1477?

To fix CVE-1999-1477, upgrade to later versions of the GNOME libraries that address this buffer overflow issue.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-1999-1477?

CVE-1999-1477 affects GNOME libraries 1.0.8 and Mandrake Linux 6.0.

4

Who can exploit CVE-1999-1477?

Any local user with access to programs utilizing the affected GNOME libraries can exploit CVE-1999-1477.

5

What is the exploit vector for CVE-1999-1477?

The exploit vector for CVE-1999-1477 involves sending a specially crafted long --espeaker argument to vulnerable applications.

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