CVE-1999-0405

Summary

CVE-1999-0405 is a significant buffer overflow vulnerability in the Linux System and File Status (lsof) utility. This issue enables local users to manipulate lsof data structures, leading to a stack-based buffer overflow. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability grants attackers elevated privileges, effectively granting them root access to the system. The impact of this vulnerability is severe, as it allows attackers to bypass normal user restrictions and gain full control over the affected system. It is essential to apply patches or updates as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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