Description
XFree86 startx command is vulnerable to a symlink attack, allowing local users to create files in restricted directories, possibly allowing them to gain privileges or cause a denial of service.
Products
- XFree86 Project X11R6 3.3.3
- NetBSD 1.3.2
- NetBSD 1.3.3
- Red Hat Linux 5.1
- Red Hat Linux 5.2 on i386
- Slackware Linux 3.3
- Slackware Linux 3.4
- Slackware Linux 3.5
- Slackware Linux 3.6
- Slackware Linux 4.0
- SuSE SuSE Linux 5.1
- SuSE SuSE Linux 5.2
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.0
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.1
- SuSE SuSE Linux 6.1 alpha
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-0433, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-0433 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.
References