CVE-1999-0363

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Feb 2, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0363 is a vulnerability affecting the SuSE 5.2 PLP lpc program. This issue involves a buffer overflow, allowing an attacker to inject malicious code and potentially gain root access to the system. Exploiting this vulnerability could give an attacker full control, allowing them to install malware, view sensitive information, or modify system settings. The PLP lpc program is a vital component of the SuSE Linux operating system, making this a significant security concern. Users running the affected version of the SuSE Linux distribution are advised to apply the available patch to mitigate the risk.

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Affected Products

  • SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

Affected Vendors

  • SUSE Linux GmbH