CVE-1999-0339

Summary

CVE-1999-0339 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the libauth library in Solaris operating systems. This issue allows local users to manipulate data in a way that exceeds the intended size of a buffer, leading to unintended code execution. The consequences of this vulnerability are significant, as an attacker may earn elevated privileges, potentially gaining root access to the system. This issue poses a serious threat, as local attackers can exploit it to escalate their privileges and gain control over the system. Solaris users are advised to update their systems as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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