CVE-1999-0522

Summary

CVE-1999-0522 refers to a vulnerability in NIS+ (Network Information Service Plus), a Sun Microsystems implementation of the Network Information Service (NIS). This issue arises due to inappropriate permissions on a critical table, such as the passwd table, which could potentially allow unauthorized access or modification of user authentication information. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to user accounts, compromise system security, or even take control of the entire NIS domain. It is essential to promptly address this vulnerability by implementing appropriate access controls and updating affected systems.

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