CVE-1999-1036

Summary

CVE-1999-1036 refers to a vulnerability in COPS 1.04 where local users can manipulate temporary files through symlink attacks. This issue affects the following directories: res_diff, ca.src, and mail.chk. As a result, attackers can overwrite or create arbitrary files, potentially leading to significant security risks. This vulnerability could allow for unauthorized access to sensitive data or system modifications.

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