CVE-1999-1102
UnknownEPSS 0.44%
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CVE-1999-1102 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. lpr on SunOS 4.1.1, BSD 4.3, A/UX 2.0.1, and other BSD-based operating systems allows local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack that is triggered after invoking lpr 1000 times.. EPSS estimates a 0.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
lpr on SunOS 4.1.1, BSD 4.3, A/UX 2.0.1, and other BSD-based operating systems allows local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack that is triggered after invoking lpr 1000 times.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Irix | <= 5.2 |
| Apple | A Ux | 2.0.1 |
| Bsd | Bsd | 4.3 |
| Sun | Sunos | <= 4.1.1 |
References
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/e-25.shtmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.phreak.org/archives/security/8lgm/8lgm.lprExploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/e-25.shtmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.phreak.org/archives/security/8lgm/8lgm.lprExploit, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-1999-1102?
lpr on SunOS 4.1.1, BSD 4.3, A/UX 2.0.1, and other BSD-based operating systems allows local users to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack that is triggered after invoking lpr 1000 times.
How severe is CVE-1999-1102?
Severity scoring for CVE-1999-1102 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1102?
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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