CVE-1999-1371

Summary

CVE-1999-1371 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the /usr/bin/write command in Solaris 2.6 and 7. Maliciously crafted terminal names with excessively long strings can cause the buffer to overflow, allowing local users to exploit this weakness and gain elevated privileges. This issue poses a significant security risk, as unauthorized users with local access can potentially gain root privileges and compromise the system. System administrators are advised to apply the relevant patches or updates as soon as possible to mitigate this vulnerability.

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