CVE-1999-1401

Summary

CVE-1999-1401 is a vulnerability affecting the Desktop searchbook program in IRIX 5.0.x through 6.2. This issue sets insecure permissions for specific user files, including iconbook and searchbook. An attacker with local access to the system can potentially read, modify, or delete these files, leading to privacy violations or unauthorized system changes. Users are advised to update their IRIX installations to address this vulnerability and set appropriate file permissions for sensitive files.

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