CVE-1999-1415

CVSS 2.0 Score 4.6 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Aug 23, 1991
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-1415 is a privileges escalation vulnerability affecting the /usr/bin/mail utility in DEC ULTRIX versions prior to 4.2. This issue allows local users to exploit a flaw and elevate their privileges, potentially gaining root access to the system. Successful exploitation could result in significant security risks, as unauthorized users could gain control over critical system functions and data. The exact nature of the vulnerability is not specified in the provided description, but it's essential for users to update their systems to a secure version of DEC ULTRIX to mitigate this risk.

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