CVE-1999-0859

Summary

CVE-1999-0859 is a vulnerability affecting the Solaris arp utility. This issue enables local users to access files by exploiting the -f parameter, which is used to display lines in the file that do not parse correctly. The vulnerability allows unauthorized reading of sensitive information, potentially leading to data exposure or unintended system modifications. The impact of this issue is significant as the arp utility is a fundamental networking component in Solaris systems. It is crucial that affected systems are updated with the appropriate patches to mitigate this vulnerability.

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