CVE-1999-1386
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.46%
Last modified
CVE-1999-1386 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Perl 5.004_04 and earlier follows symbolic links when running with the -e option, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/perl-eaXXXXX file.. EPSS estimates a 0.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Perl 5.004_04 and earlier follows symbolic links when running with the -e option, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/perl-eaXXXXX file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Perl | Perl | <= 5.004_04 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=88932165406213&w=2Exploit, Mailing List
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=88932165406213&w=2Exploit, Mailing List
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-1999-1386?
Perl 5.004_04 and earlier follows symbolic links when running with the -e option, which allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/perl-eaXXXXX file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1386?
CVE-1999-1386 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1386?
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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