CVE-1999-0413
CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Mar 1, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-0413 is a serious buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the SGI X server. This issue enables local users to manipulate the X server font path, leading to an unintended execution of code with root privileges. By exploiting this weakness, attackers can gain complete control over the affected system. This vulnerability poses a significant risk and requires immediate attention and patching to prevent potential unauthorized access and data breaches.
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Affected Products
- SGI IRAX
Affected Vendors
- Saskatchewan Government Insurance