CVE-1999-0340 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.2 Published 29 Sep 1999 Updated 1 Aug 2024

Local attackers can exploit a buffer overflow in the crond program to gain root privileges on Linux Slackware systems.

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-1999-0340?

CVE-1999-0340 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Slackware Slackware Linux, 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 Slackware crond program allows local users to gain root access.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0340?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Slackware Slackware Linux.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0340?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0340 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-1999-0340 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0340 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-5mf4-qrxr-px8w.