CVE-1999-0962

Summary

CVE-1999-0962 is a significant buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the HPUX passwd command. This issue permits local users to elevate their privileges to root level by exploiting a command line option. By carefully crafting input, attackers can manipulate the buffer, leading to unintended code execution and unauthorized system access. This vulnerability poses a serious risk to HPUX systems if not addressed promptly. It is highly recommended that affected systems be updated to patches or workarounds provided by the vendor to mitigate this threat.

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