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CVE-1999-1479

First published: Wed Jun 24 1998(Updated: )

The textcounter.pl by Matt Wright allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Matt Wright Textcounter=1.2
=1.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-1479?

    CVE-1999-1479 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-1479?

    To fix CVE-1999-1479, it is recommended to upgrade to a safer version of Matt Wright's Textcounter or apply input sanitization to prevent command injection.

  • What software is affected by CVE-1999-1479?

    CVE-1999-1479 specifically affects Matt Wright's Textcounter version 1.2.

  • Can CVE-1999-1479 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-1999-1479 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-1479?

    CVE-1999-1479 is a command injection vulnerability that allows attackers to manipulate input to execute shell commands.

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