CVE-1999-0522

Summary

CVE-1999-0522 refers to a vulnerability in NIS+ (Network Information Service Plus), a Sun Microsystems implementation for managing distributed network information. The issue lies in the inadequate file permissions for a crucial NIS+ table, such as the passwd table. This flaw enables unauthorized users to gain access to sensitive information or even modify it, potentially leading to significant security risks and system compromise.

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