CVE-1999-1304

Summary

CVE-1999-1304 is a vulnerability affecting SCO UNIX 4.2 and earlier versions. Hackers can exploit this weakness to bypass the login process and gain root access to the system, making it a significant security risk for local users. This issue arises due to an error in the handling of user input during the login process, allowing unauthorized users to elevate their privileges. System administrators are urged to apply patches or upgrades as soon as possible to mitigate this vulnerability. Failure to address this issue could result in unauthorized access to critical system functions and sensitive data.

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