CVE-1999-1495
First published: Thu Feb 18 1999(Updated: )
xtvscreen in SuSE Linux 6.0 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the pic000.pnm file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1495?
CVE-1999-1495 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1495?
To fix CVE-1999-1495, upgrade to a later version of SUSE Linux that does not contain this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-1999-1495?
Local users of SUSE Linux 6.0 are affected by CVE-1999-1495.
What type of attack is CVE-1999-1495?
CVE-1999-1495 involves a symlink attack allowing file overwriting.
Can CVE-1999-1495 be exploited remotely?
CVE-1999-1495 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access.
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