CVE-1999-0055

Summary

CVE-1999-0055 is a vulnerability affecting Sun's libnsl library. Hackers can exploit this buffer overflow issue to gain root access, potentially compromising the entire system. This flaw exists in how the library handles certain network packet responses, allowing malicious data to be written beyond the intended buffer boundary. The vulnerability poses a significant risk, particularly in environments where Sun's libnsl is in widespread use. Mitigation includes applying the available patch or upgrading to a newer, more secure library version.

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