CVE-1999-1276

Summary

CVE-1999-1276 is a vulnerability affecting the fte-console component in fte package versions prior to 0.46b-4.1. This issue permits local users to elevate their privileges to root level by exploiting the lack of privilege dropping mechanism. As a result, they can gain unauthorized access to critical system functions and data. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to the security of affected systems and requires immediate attention from system administrators to apply the necessary patch or update.

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