CVE-1999-1210

Summary

CVE-1999-1210 is a vulnerability affecting xterm in Digital UNIX 4.0B with patch kit 5. This issue permits local users to manipulate core dump files, which are generated when xterm is called with an inaccessible DISPLAY variable. By creating a symlink attack on these core dump files, attackers can overwrite arbitrary files on the system. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, allowing local users to potentially gain unauthorized access or modify critical system files.

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