CVE-1999-0782

Summary

CVE-1999-0782 is a vulnerability affecting the KDE kppp software. This issue permits local users to create directories in arbitrary locations, by manipulating the HOME environmental variable. This could potentially lead to unauthorized file system access or data corruption. Users are recommended to update their KDE kppp installation to a fixed version to mitigate this risk. This vulnerability (CVE-1999-0782) in KDE kppp software allows local users to create directories outside of their intended locations by leveraging the HOME environmental variable. This could potentially result in unauthorized file system access or data corruption. It is highly recommended that users promptly update their KDE kppp installation to a fixed version to eliminate this vulnerability.

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