CVE-1999-0712

Summary

CVE-1999-0712 is a vulnerability affecting the Caldera Open Administration System (COAS). This issue grants unauthorized access to the system's password file, specifically the /etc/shadow file, making it world-readable. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to obtain sensitive information, including user passwords, leading to potential security compromises. The vulnerability arises due to a misconfiguration in COAS, which can be exploited remotely without authentication. System administrators are advised to apply the necessary patches or updates to mitigate this risk.

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