CVE-1999-1388

Summary

CVE-1999-1388 is a vulnerability affecting SunOS 4.1.x systems. This issue permits local users to manipulate symbolic links (symlinks) and overwrite arbitrary files through the use of the -F command line argument in the passwd utility. By carefully crafting symlinks, an attacker can potentially gain unauthorized access to critical system files or disrupt important services. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to the security of affected systems and requires immediate patching.

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