CVE-1999-1198

Summary

CVE-1999-1198 is a vulnerability affecting the BuildDisk program on NeXT systems prior to version 2.0. This issue grants local users root privileges without requiring the root password, posing a significant security risk. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to system configurations and sensitive data, potentially leading to system compromise. This weakness could be exploited through various means, including user interaction or automated attacks, making it essential for affected systems to be updated to mitigate the risk.

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