CVE-1999-0405
UnknownEPSS 0.76%
Last modified
CVE-1999-0405 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A buffer overflow in lsof allows local users to obtain root privilege.. EPSS estimates a 0.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A buffer overflow in lsof allows local users to obtain root privilege.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 2.0.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.0.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.6 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.1.7.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.2 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.3 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.4 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.5 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.6 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 2.2.8 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.0 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.1 |
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 3.2 |
| Redhat | Linux | 5.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 4.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 4.3 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 4.4 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 4.4.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 5.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 5.1 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 5.2 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 5.3 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.0 |
| Suse | Suse Linux | 6.1 |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-1999-0405?
A buffer overflow in lsof allows local users to obtain root privilege.
How severe is CVE-1999-0405?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-0405 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0405?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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