CVE-1999-0091 Memory corruption in n/a
Local attackers can exploit a buffer overflow in the AIX writesrv command to gain root privileges.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-1999-0091?
CVE-1999-0091 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Ibm Aix, published on 29 Sep 1999. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Buffer overflow in AIX writesrv command allows local users to obtain root access.
Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0091?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Ibm Aix.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0091?
No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0091 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-1999-0091 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0091 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Ibm Aix
Sources
Also known as GHSA-332p-2wcc-qg7j.