CVE-1999-0155

Summary

CVE-1999-0155 is a vulnerability affecting the ghostscript command with the -dSAFER option. This issue grants remote attackers the ability to execute commands on a system, taking advantage of the vulnerability in the ghostscript software. The -dSAFER option, intended to restrict certain operations for security reasons, becomes a security risk when exploited, allowing an attacker to bypass intended limitations and gain unauthorized access. This vulnerability can lead to serious consequences, including data theft or system compromise. Users are advised to update their ghostscript software to mitigate this risk.

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