CVE-1999-0694

Summary

CVE-1999-0694 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting the AIX operating system's ptrace system call. Local users can exploit this weakness, leading to a system crash. The ptrace system call is used for process tracing, and the vulnerability arises from improper handling of certain input. This issue could potentially disrupt services and cause significant downtime if exploited. System administrators should apply available patches to mitigate this risk.

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