CVE-1999-1302

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Nov 30, 1994
Updated: Jul 11, 2017

Summary

CVE-1999-1302 is an unspecified vulnerability affecting the pt_chmod function in SCO UNIX 4.2 and earlier versions. This issue grants local users elevated privileges, enabling them to gain root access. The exact nature of the vulnerability is not detailed, but it poses a significant risk to systems running the affected software. It is strongly recommended that users of SCO UNIX 4.2 apply patches or updates to mitigate this risk. Failure to address this vulnerability could result in the compromise of the entire system.

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Affected Products

  • SCO Unix

Affected Vendors

  • Santa Cruz Operation
  • California State Controller’s Office
  • SCO