CVE-1999-0342: Medium severity PAM PAM vulnerability
Published Dec 1, 1998
·Updated
Linux PAM modules allow local users to gain root access using temporary files.
Affected Software
1 affected component
PAM PAM<=0.64
Event History
Dec 1, 1998
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 29, 1999
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0342?
CVE-1999-0342 is considered a high severity vulnerability allowing local users to gain root access.
2
How do I fix CVE-1999-0342?
To fix CVE-1999-0342, upgrade to the latest version of the PAM modules that have patched the vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-1999-0342?
Any system running affected versions of PAM modules, specifically version 0.64 and below, is susceptible to CVE-1999-0342.
4
What are the potential risks of CVE-1999-0342?
The potential risks of CVE-1999-0342 include unauthorized root access which may lead to system compromise.
5
How does CVE-1999-0342 exploit temporary files?
CVE-1999-0342 exploits temporary files used by PAM modules, allowing attackers to overwrite sensitive data and escalate privileges.