CVE-1999-0008 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 29 Sep 1999 Updated 1 Aug 2024

A buffer overflow in the SunOS rpc.nisd program allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted network requests.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not stated
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-1999-0008?

CVE-1999-0008 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Hp Hp-Ux, published on 29 Sep 1999. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Buffer overflow in NIS+, in Sun's rpc.nisd program.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0008?

It affects 3 products.

Products include Hp Hp-Ux, Sun Solaris, Sun Sunos.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0008?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0008 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-1999-0008 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0008 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Hp Hp-Ux vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-xr2c-mwcx-4xmj.