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published date: January 1, 1989

CVE-1999-1471 : Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Description

Buffer overflow in passwd in BSD based operating systems 4.3 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges by specifying a long shell or GECOS field.

Product(s):

  • Bsd Bsd 4.2
  • Bsd Bsd 4.3

Question to Ask Vendors:

  1. Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-1471, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
  2. What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-1471 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?

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