CVE-1999-0765 Path traversal in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 4 Jan 2000 Updated 1 Aug 2024

Local attackers can modify arbitrary files on SGI IRIX systems by exploiting the midikeys program's text editor functionality.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-1999-0765?

CVE-1999-0765 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in Sgi Irix, published on 4 Jan 2000. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

SGI IRIX midikeys program allows local users to modify arbitrary files via a text editor.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0765?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Sgi Irix.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0765?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0765 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and resolve every user-supplied path against an allowed base folder before opening it. More about Path traversal.

Is CVE-1999-0765 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-1999-0765 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-4wg8-h27h-453j.