high7.2Public exploit code
CVE-1999-0381
super 3.11.6 and other versions have a buffer overflow in the syslog utility which allows a local user to gain root access.
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Debian 2.0 - Super Syslog Buffer Overflow1999-02-25 · local · linux · Verified
Impact
super 3.11.6 and other versions have a buffer overflow in the syslog utility which allows a local user to gain root access.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | Version 2.0 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | Version 2.6.20.1 |
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/342
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=Pine.LNX.3.96.990225011801.12757A-100000%40eleet
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/342
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=Pine.LNX.3.96.990225011801.12757A-100000%40eleet