CVE-1999-1428

Summary

CVE-1999-1428 is a vulnerability affecting the Solaris Solstice AdminSuite (AdminSuite) versions 2.1 and 2.2. The issue allows local users to escalate their privileges by exploiting a weakness in the Database Manager's save option. This vulnerability is significant because the Database Manager is running with setgid bin privileges, enhancing the potential impact of successful exploitation. Local attackers can exploit this flaw to gain elevated access and potentially execute malicious code or further compromise the system. This vulnerability was identified and documented in 1999 and has since been addressed through updates and patches.

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