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CVE-1999-1191

HighPublished

Buffer overflow in chkey in Solaris 2.5.1 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via a long command line argument.

Published: Mar 9, 2002
Updated: Aug 1, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: May 19, 1997

Primary CVSS

7.2/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

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

EPSS probability estimate

1.9%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 78.9%
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

Buffer overflow in chkey in Solaris 2.5.1 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via a long command line argument.

Sources

Solaris 2.5.0/2.5.1 ps / chkey - Data BufferExploit
Joe Zbiciak · solaris · May 19, 1997
Solaris 2.5.1 - 'chkey' Local Privilege EscalationExploit
Adam Morrison · solaris · May 19, 1997

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