Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-1999-0405 describes a buffer overflow in lsof that could let a local user gain root privileges. The public record is sparse: no affected vendor, product version, patch, or exploit activity is identified in the supplied sources. Exposure is most relevant on systems where lsof is installed and usable by local users. Specific affected platforms and versions are not provided in the sources. Treat as a legacy local root-risk item. Prioritize validation on older systems and shared servers, but do not assume current exposure without vendor or version evidence. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems where lsof is installed and locally accessible.; Check operating system or package vendor guidance for affected lsof builds.; Apply vendor-provided fixed packages if available..
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- Known Exploited
- No
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CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
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