CVE-1999-0720

Summary

CVE-1999-0720 is a vulnerability affecting the pt_chown command in Linux systems. This issue enables local users to alter the ownership of TTY terminal devices that belong to other users, potentially granting unauthorized access or privilege escalation. The vulnerability poses a significant security risk, as it can be exploited to gain control over other users' terminal sessions and execute malicious commands. It is recommended that affected systems be updated with the necessary patches to mitigate this issue and prevent potential attacks.

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