CVE-1999-1232

Summary

CVE-1999-1232 is an untrusted search path vulnerability affecting the day5datacopier application in SGI IRIX 6.2. This weakness allows local users to exploit the system by manipulating the PATH environment variable to point to a malicious cp (copy) program. As a result, an attacker can execute arbitrary commands, potentially leading to unauthorized system access or data theft. This vulnerability underscores the importance of securely managing environment variables and limiting users' permissions to minimize risks.

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