CVE-1999-0689

Summary

CVE-1999-0689 is a vulnerability affecting the CDE dtspcd daemon. This issue permits local users to execute arbitrary commands through a symlink attack. By creating a symbolic link to a malicious file, an attacker can manipulate the daemon into executing unintended commands, potentially resulting in system compromise. This vulnerability highlights the importance of proper file and symbolic link handling to prevent unauthorized command execution.

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