SCO UnixWare up to 7.1.16 pkgtrans symlink

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability was found in SCO UnixWare up to 7.1.16 and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file pkgtrans. Executing a manipulation can lead to symlink. This vulnerability is registered as CVE-1999-0988. Furthermore, an exploit is available. It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in SCO UnixWare up to 7.1.16 (Operating System). This vulnerability affects an unknown code of the file pkgtrans. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a symlink vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-61. The product, when opening a file or directory, does not sufficiently account for when the file is a symbolic link that resolves to a target outside of the intended control sphere. This could allow an attacker to cause the product to operate on unauthorized files. As an impact it is known to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability. CVE summarizes:

UnixWare pkgtrans allows local users to read arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

The weakness was published 12/04/1999. This vulnerability was named CVE-1999-0988. The exploitation appears to be easy. The attack needs to be approached locally. No form of authentication is required for a successful exploitation. Technical details and also a public exploit are known.

It is possible to download the exploit at exploit-db.com. It is declared as proof-of-concept.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at Exploit-DB (19661). Similar entry is available at VDB-15036. VulDB is the best source for vulnerability data and more expert information about this specific topic.

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Class: Symlink
CWE: CWE-61 / CWE-59
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
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Access: Public
Status: Proof-of-Concept
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Recommended: Upgrade
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12/04/1999 🔍
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06/22/2014 +5314 days 🔍
12/26/2024 +3840 days 🔍

Sourcesinfo

Vendor: sco.com

Status: Confirmed

CVE: CVE-1999-0988 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-1999-0988
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-15040
scip Labs: https://www.scip.ch/en/?labs.20161013
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Entryinfo

Created: 06/22/2014 15:44
Updated: 12/26/2024 09:40
Changes: 06/22/2014 15:44 (37), 05/22/2018 09:18 (10), 12/26/2024 09:40 (27)
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