CVE-1999-0317
CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Nov 25, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-0317 is a significant buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Linux su command. This issue allows local users to exploit the flaw and gain root access to the system. By sending specially crafted input to the su command, an attacker can overwrite memory beyond the intended buffer boundary, resulting in arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability poses a serious risk to Linux systems if not promptly patched.
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Affected Products
- Linux Kernel
Affected Vendors
- LINUX