CVE-1999-0118
CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Nov 1, 1998
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-0118 is a vulnerability affecting the AIX infod command in certain versions. This issue permits local users to escalate their privileges and ultimately gain root access through an X display. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands with elevated permissions and compromise the system. This security flaw poses a significant risk, particularly in environments where local users have extensive access. It is essential to apply the available patches to mitigate this vulnerability and secure the AIX system.
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Affected Products
- IBM AIX
Affected Vendors
- IBM Corporation