CVE-1999-1232

Summary

CVE-1999-1232 is an untrusted search path vulnerability affecting the day5datacopier application in SGI IRIX 6.2. This issue permits local users to execute arbitrary commands by manipulating the PATH environment variable with a malicious cp program. By modifying this variable, an attacker can hijack the system's execution of commands, potentially leading to unauthorized system access and data theft. This vulnerability underscores the importance of applying secure coding practices, particularly in handling user input and system configurations, to prevent similar attacks in the future.

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