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CVE-1999-0730

10.0 · HIGH

The zsoelim program in the Debian man-db package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.

Published Jun 12, 1999debianEPSS 4.47%

Overview

CVE-1999-0730 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting debian debian_linux. It was published on June 12, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The zsoelim program in the Debian man-db package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from debian. Update debian_linux to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0730?

CVE-1999-0730 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting debian debian_linux. It was published on June 12, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-1999-0730?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-1999-0730?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from debian. Update debian_linux to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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