CVE-1999-1489
CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Mar 4, 1997
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-1489 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the TestChip function within XFree86 SuperProbe in Slackware Linux 3.1. By supplying a lengthy -nopr argument, local users can manipulate the buffer's limits, leading to unintended code execution. This enables attackers to exploit the flaw and elevate their privileges to root level access.
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Affected Products
- Slackware