CVE-1999-1558

Summary

CVE-1999-1558 is a security vulnerability affecting Digital OpenVMS 7.1 and earlier versions. This issue lies in the loginout function, which can be exploited when external authentication is enabled. An attacker can gain unauthorized access to the system, potentially leading to significant security risks. This vulnerability may allow unauthorized individuals to bypass authentication mechanisms, compromising the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data. System administrators are advised to update their OpenVMS installations to mitigate this exposure.

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