CVE-1999-0311

Summary

CVE-1999-0311 is a vulnerability affecting the fpkg2swpk utility in HP-UX operating systems. This weakness enables local users to elevate their privileges to root level, potentially granting them full control over the system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into installing a maliciously crafted software package, allowing the attacker to gain root access and execute arbitrary commands with administrative privileges. The impact of this vulnerability is significant, as it allows an attacker to bypass normal access controls, potentially leading to serious data breaches or system compromise. HP-UX users are strongly advised to apply the available patch to mitigate this risk.

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