CVE-1999-0902

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Oct 23, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0902 is a vulnerability affecting the ypserv service. This issue grants local administrators the ability to modify password tables, potentially leading to unauthorized account access and compromised system security. Attackers can exploit this weakness by manipulating the ypserv service, posing a significant threat to system integrity and confidentiality. Local administrators are advised to update their systems to mitigate this risk.

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