CVE-1999-0888
UnknownEPSS 1.07%
Last modified
CVE-1999-0888 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. dbsnmp in Oracle Intelligent Agent allows local users to gain privileges by setting the ORACLE_HOME environmental variable, which dbsnmp uses to find the nmiconf.tcl script.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
dbsnmp in Oracle Intelligent Agent allows local users to gain privileges by setting the ORACLE_HOME environmental variable, which dbsnmp uses to find the nmiconf.tcl script.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle | Database Server | 7.3.3 |
| Oracle | Database Server | 7.3.4 |
| Oracle | Oracle8i | 8.0.3 |
| Oracle | Oracle8i | 8.0.4 |
| Oracle | Oracle8i | 8.0.5 |
| Oracle | Oracle8i | 8.0.5.1 |
| Oracle | Oracle8i | 8.1.5 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-1999-0888?
dbsnmp in Oracle Intelligent Agent allows local users to gain privileges by setting the ORACLE_HOME environmental variable, which dbsnmp uses to find the nmiconf.tcl script.
How severe is CVE-1999-0888?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-0888 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0888?
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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