CVE-1999-0825

Summary

CVE-1999-0825 refers to a vulnerability in UnixWare's default file permissions for the /var/mail directory. This issue enables local users to access and modify the email data of other users, posing a significant security risk. Unauthorized reading or manipulation of mail content could lead to data breaches or identity theft. This vulnerability exists due to overly permissive file permissions, and affected systems should be updated to mitigate this risk.

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