CVE-1999-0105

Summary

CVE-1999-0105 is a vulnerability affecting the UNIX "finger" command. This issue allows an attacker to conduct recursive searches by inputting a long string of "@" symbols. By exploiting this flaw, an unauthorized user could potentially gain access to sensitive information on other users' accounts on the affected system. This vulnerability highlights the importance of keeping systems updated and managing user privileges carefully.

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