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CVE-1999-1123

HighPublished

The installation of Sun Source (sunsrc) tapes allows local users to gain root privileges via setuid root programs (1) makeinstall or (2) winstall.

Published: Sep 12, 2001
Updated: Aug 1, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Nov 12, 1999

Primary CVSS

7.2/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

1.1%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 64.4%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

The installation of Sun Source (sunsrc) tapes allows local users to gain root privileges via setuid root programs (1) makeinstall or (2) winstall.

Sources

SunOS 4.1.1 - '/usr/release/bin/makeinstall' Local Privilege EscalationExploit
anonymous · solaris · Nov 23, 1999
SunOS 4.1.1 - '/usr/release/bin/winstall' Local Privilege EscalationExploit
anonymous · aix · Nov 12, 1999

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