CVE-1999-0090

Summary

CVE-1999-0090 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the rcp (remote copy) command in AIX (Advanced Interactive Executive) operating system. This issue allows local users to exploit the flaw and gain root access to the system, compromising its security. The rcp command, used for transferring files between hosts, fails to properly validate user input, leading to a buffer overflow condition. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could result in arbitrary code execution, allowing an attacker to take control of the affected system. This issue was identified and documented in 1999 and affects older versions of AIX. It is strongly recommended that users update their systems to patch this vulnerability.

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