CVE-1999-0100

CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 1, 1997
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0100 is a vulnerability affecting version 1.5.1 of the innd daemon in AIX. An attacker can exploit this issue by sending specially crafted control messages to gain unauthorized remote access to the system. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges, posing a significant threat to data confidentiality and system integrity. It is crucial for AIX users running affected versions to apply the available patch without delay to mitigate this vulnerability.

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