CVE-1999-0064

Summary

CVE-1999-0064 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the AIX lquerylv program. This issue allows local users to exploit the vulnerability and gain root access to the system. The lquerylv program is responsible for managing print queues in AIX environments. An attacker can send specially crafted inputs to this program, causing a buffer overflow and allowing the execution of arbitrary code with root privileges. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to AIX systems if not properly mitigated, and it is crucial for administrators to apply the available patches to protect their systems.

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