CVE-1999-0435

Summary

CVE-1999-0435 is a vulnerability affecting MC/ServiceGuard and MC/LockManager in HP-UX operating systems. This issue permits local users to elevate their privileges by exploiting a weakness in the Security Administration Manager (SAM). Successful exploitation grants users root access, posing a significant risk to the system's security. Unauthorized users with local access can leverage this vulnerability to gain unintended administrative control, compromising the system and potentially leading to data theft or unauthorized modifications. HP released patches to address this issue, and users are advised to apply them promptly to mitigate the risk.

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