CVE-1999-0166

CVSS 2.0 Score 5.0 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Jan 1, 1997
Updated: Aug 17, 2022

Summary

CVE-1999-0166 is an old vulnerability affecting Network File System (NFS) implementations. The issue allows users to access directories beyond the exported file system by using the "cd .." command. This can potentially expose sensitive data or allow unauthorized access to restricted areas of the infected system. The vulnerability arises from insufficient access control checks in the NFS protocol, making it essential for administrators to update their systems with the necessary patches to mitigate this risk.

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