CVE-1999-0297

Paul Vixie Linux — NVD-CWE-Other

EPSS 0.00063
  • Published: 1996-12-12T05:00:00.000
  • Last modified: 2025-04-03T01:03:51.193
  • Vendors: Paul Vixie, Redhat
  • Products: Linux, Vixie Cron
  • CWE: NVD-CWE-Other

CVE-1999-0297 — Buffer overflow in Vixie Cron library up to version 3.0 allows local users to obtain root access via a long environmental variable. [Weakness: NVD-CWE-Other]

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EPSS: n/a   |   KEV: not listed

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Buffer overflow in Vixie Cron library up to version 3.0 allows local users to obtain root access via a long environmental variable.

🧠 Explainer: What this vulnerability means

Summary: The issue in Linux by Paul Vixie (CWE: unspecified) may enable attacks.

Impact: Attackers could gain unauthorized access, execute code, or disrupt services.

Mitigation: Prioritize patching and consider temporary workarounds documented by the vendor.

CWE: NVD-CWE-Other
Paul Vixie Redhat Linux Vixie Cron

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