CVE-1999-0125

Summary

CVE-1999-0125 denotes a buffer overflow vulnerability that affects the mailx program in SGI IRIX operating systems. Maliciously crafted email messages can cause the software to write beyond the intended buffer, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution or a system crash. This issue poses a serious risk if an attacker successfully exploits it to gain unauthorized access or to install malware. Users on vulnerable systems should update to the latest patch or take other mitigating measures to protect against potential exploitation.

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