CVE-1999-1276

Summary

CVE-1999-1276 is a vulnerability affecting the fte-console component in fte package versions prior to 0.46b-4.1. This issue allows local users to elevate their privileges to root level by exploiting the lack of privilege dropping in the console. The vulnerability could potentially enable attackers to gain full control over the system. This weakness in the virtual console device poses a significant security risk, as it allows unauthorized escalation of privileges.

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