CVE-1999-0322

Summary

CVE-1999-0322 is a vulnerability affecting the open() function in FreeBSD. This issue grants local attackers the ability to write data to arbitrary files, potentially leading to the modification or destruction of critical system configurations or sensitive information. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by carefully crafting file names and using the open() function with write permissions. This security flaw poses a significant risk to FreeBSD systems if not addressed promptly. To mitigate this risk, system administrators should apply the available patch or update as soon as possible.

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