CVE-1999-0311

Summary

CVE-1999-0311 is a vulnerability affecting the fpkg2swpk utility in HP-UX operating systems. This issue grants local users elevated privileges, allowing them to gain root access. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the input to the utility, potentially resulting in a significant security compromise. HP-UX users are advised to apply the available patch to mitigate this risk.

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