CVE-1999-0963

Summary

CVE-1999-0963 is a vulnerability affecting the FreeBSD mount_union command. This issue permits local users to manipulate symbolic links, resulting in a privileged escalation. By creating a maliciously crafted symbolic link, an attacker can trick the system into granting root privileges, compromising the entire system. This vulnerability poses a significant security risk and requires immediate attention to implement patches or workarounds.

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