CVE-1999-0743

Summary

CVE-1999-0743 is a vulnerability affecting the Trn file transfer software. This issue enables local users to manipulate symbolic links (symlinks) and overwrite files belonging to other users. The vulnerability arises due to the software's failure to adequately check the validity of symlink targets before writing data. This can potentially lead to unauthorized file modification and data loss. Users are advised to update their Trn installations to a patched version to mitigate this risk.

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