CVE-1999-0090

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Oct 1, 1997
Updated: Aug 17, 2022

Summary

CVE-1999-0090 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the AIX rcp (Remote Copy) command. This issue allows local users to manipulate buffer size in the rcp command, leading to an overflow condition. By carefully crafting input, a local user can corrupt adjacent memory and potentially execute arbitrary code, gaining root access to the system. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to AIX systems if not properly addressed, and administrators are strongly urged to apply the available patch as soon as possible.

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