CVE-1999-0046 Memory corruption in n/a
A buffer overflow in the rlogin program via the TERM environment variable allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-1999-0046?
CVE-1999-0046 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Debian Debian Linux, published on 29 Sep 1999. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Buffer overflow of rlogin program using TERM environmental variable.
Weakness: CWE-120
Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0046?
It affects 10 products.
Products include Bsdi Bsd Os, Debian Debian Linux, Digital Ultrix, Freebsd Freebsd, Hp Hp-Ux, Ibm Aix and 4 more.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0046?
No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0046 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-1999-0046 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-1999-0046 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in Debian Debian Linux
Sources
Also known as GHSA-j4jr-qcgh-mgmc.