CVE-1999-1494
First published: Tue Aug 09 1994(Updated: )
colorview in Silicon Graphics IRIX 5.1, 5.2, and 6.0 allows local attackers to read arbitrary files via the -text argument.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SGI IRIX | =6.0.1 | |
| SGI IRIX | =5.1.1 | |
| SGI IRIX | =5.1 | |
| SGI IRIX | =5.2 | |
| SGI IRIX | =6.0 | |
| =5.1 | ||
| =5.1.1 | ||
| =5.2 | ||
| =6.0 | ||
| =6.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1494?
CVE-1999-1494 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1494?
To fix CVE-1999-1494, you should upgrade to a patched version of the Silicon Graphics IRIX software.
What impact does CVE-1999-1494 have on systems?
CVE-1999-1494 allows local attackers to read arbitrary files, potentially exposing sensitive information.
Which versions of SGI IRIX are affected by CVE-1999-1494?
CVE-1999-1494 affects SGI IRIX versions 5.1, 5.1.1, 5.2, 6.0, and 6.0.1.
Who is vulnerable to CVE-1999-1494?
Local users on systems running vulnerable versions of Silicon Graphics IRIX are at risk from CVE-1999-1494.
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