CVE-1999-0509

Summary

CVE-1999-0509 is a vulnerability affecting Perl and various shell interpreters installed in cgi-bin directories on WWW sites. Hackers can exploit this issue to execute arbitrary commands remotely, posing a significant security risk. The vulnerability arises due to the lack of proper input validation and access controls on these interpreters. Attackers can manipulate inputs to run malicious code, leading to potential data breaches or unauthorized system access. Website administrators are advised to secure their cgi-bin directories by implementing access controls and regularly updating their interpreters to the latest, secure versions.

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