CVE-1999-1477

Public Exploit

Description

Buffer overflow in GNOME libraries 1.0.8 allows local user to gain root access via a long --espeaker argument in programs such as nethack.

7.2

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.10%

Vendor Advisory securityfocus.com Vendor Advisory securityfocus.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/663	patch vendor advisory vdb entry exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/28717	vendor advisory mailing list exploit
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/3349	vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-1477?: CVE-1999-1477 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-1999-1477?: To fix CVE-1999-1477, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-1999-1477 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-1999-1477 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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