CVE-1999-0296

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Feb 1, 1998
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0296 is a vulnerability affecting the Solaris operating system's volrmmount program. An attacker can exploit this weakness to read any file on the system, posing a significant risk to data confidentiality. This issue arises due to insufficient access controls in the program, making it possible for unauthorized users to gain file read access. Malicious actors may utilize this vulnerability to steal sensitive information or conduct further attacks. System administrators are advised to apply the available patch or update to mitigate this risk.

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