CVE-1999-1586

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Dec 31, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-1586 is a vulnerability affecting the loadmodule function in SunOS 4.1.x, which is utilized by xnews. This issue arises due to insufficient sanitization of the environment, granting local users elevated privileges. This vulnerability is distinct from CVE-1999-1584.

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