CVE-1999-1396 Integer overflow in n/a

High 7.2 Published 12 Sep 2001 Updated 1 Aug 2024

Local attackers can exploit an integer overflow in SPARC emulation code to gain root access or crash the system.

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-1999-1396?

CVE-1999-1396 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Sunos, published on 12 Sep 2001. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Vulnerability in integer multiplication emulation code on SPARC architectures for SunOS 4.1 through 4.1.2 allows local users to gain root access or cause a denial of service (crash).

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-1396?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Sun Sunos.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1396?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-1396 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-1999-1396 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-1396 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-x46p-x83j-9q7p.