CVE-1999-1487
First published: Wed Jan 21 1998(Updated: )
Vulnerability in digest in AIX 4.3 allows printq users to gain root privileges by creating and/or modifing any file on the system.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =4.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.2.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1.4 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1.5 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1.3 | |
| =4.1 | ||
| =4.1.1 | ||
| =4.1.2 | ||
| =4.1.3 | ||
| =4.1.4 | ||
| =4.1.5 | ||
| =4.2 | ||
| =4.2.1 | ||
| =4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1487?
CVE-1999-1487 is considered critical as it allows printq users to gain root privileges on AIX systems.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1487?
To fix CVE-1999-1487, you should apply the relevant patch provided by IBM for your specific version of AIX.
Which versions of AIX are affected by CVE-1999-1487?
CVE-1999-1487 affects AIX versions 4.1.x, 4.2.x, and 4.3.
What can attackers do by exploiting CVE-1999-1487?
By exploiting CVE-1999-1487, attackers can create and modify any file on the system, potentially compromising its integrity.
Is CVE-1999-1487 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-1999-1487 is a local vulnerability that requires an authenticated user on the system to exploit.
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