CVE-1999-0121

Summary

CVE-1999-0121 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the dtaction command. Successful exploitation allows an attacker to gain root access to the affected system. The vulnerability occurs due to insufficient bounds checking during the processing of user input, leading to the overwriting of memory beyond the intended buffer. This issue poses a significant risk as root access enables the attacker to take full control of the system and perform any malicious activities they desire. Organizations and individuals are strongly advised to apply relevant patches or workarounds to mitigate this vulnerability and secure their systems.

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