Description
Talkd, when given corrupt DNS information, can be used to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges.
Product(s):
- Debian NetKit 0.07
- IBM AIX 3.1
- IBM AIX 4.1
- IBM AIX 4.2
- NEC ASL UX 4800
- NEC UX_4800
- NEC EWS-UX V
- NEC EWS-UX_V
- NEC UP-UX V
- NEC UP-UX_V
- NEC UP-UX_V 4.2MP
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-0048, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-0048 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.