medium4.6Public exploit code
CVE-1999-1184
Buffer overflow in Elm 2.4 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via a long TERM environmental variable.
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Elm 2.3/2.4 - TERM Environment Variable Local Buffer Overrun1997-05-13 · local · linux · Verified
Impact
Buffer overflow in Elm 2.4 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via a long TERM environmental variable.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Elm Development Group | Elm | through 2.4 Version 2.3 |