CVE-1999-0316 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.2 Published 29 Sep 1999 Updated 1 Aug 2024

A buffer overflow in the Linux splitvt command allows local users 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-1999-0316?

CVE-1999-0316 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, 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 Linux splitvt command gives root access to local users.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0316?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Sam Lantinga Splitvt.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0316?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0316 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-1999-0316 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0316 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-rxgc-3pgr-r6qf.