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published date: June 19, 1997

CVE-1999-1483 : Buffer Overflow Vulnerability

Description

Buffer overflow in zgv in svgalib 1.2.10 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long HOME environment variable.

Product(s):

  • SVGALIB

Question to Ask Vendors:

  1. Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-1999-1483, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
  2. What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-1999-1483 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?

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