high7.2Public exploit code
CVE-1999-1158
Buffer overflow in (1) pluggable authentication module (PAM) on Solaris 2.5.1 and 2.5 and (2) unix_scheme in Solaris 2.4 and 2.3 allows local users to gain roo…
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Sun Solaris 2.5.1 PAM / unix_scheme - 'passwd' Local Privilege Escalation1997-02-25 · local · solaris · Verified
- Solaris 2.4 passwd / yppasswd / nispasswd - Local Overflow1997-07-12 · local · solaris · Verified
Impact
Buffer overflow in (1) pluggable authentication module (PAM) on Solaris 2.5.1 and 2.5 and (2) unix_scheme in Solaris 2.4 and 2.3 allows local users to gain root privileges via programs that use these modules such as passwd, yppasswd, and nispasswd.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Sunos | Versions 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.5.1 |