CVE-1999-1560

Summary

CVE-1999-1560 is a local vulnerability affecting Texas A&M University (TAMU) Tiger, which allows unauthorized users to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the Tiger user, typically root. An issue in a university script provides the exploit, enabling local users to manipulate system processes and potentially gain elevated access to critical systems or data. This vulnerability poses a significant security risk to TAMU's network and could lead to serious data breaches or system disruptions. It is crucial for system administrators to apply the necessary patches as soon as possible to mitigate the threat.

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