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CVE-1999-0976: Sendmail allows local users to reinitialize the aliases database via the newaliases command, then cause a d...

Sendmail allows local users to reinitialize the aliases database via the newaliases command, then cause a denial of service by interrupting Sendmail.

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This old Sendmail issue can let a local user disrupt mail service by interfering with alias database handling. The public record does not identify affected versions, CVSS severity, or a vendor fix, so urgency depends on whether legacy Sendmail systems still exist in your environment. Exposure is most plausible on legacy Sendmail hosts that allow local user access. Exact affected versions and platforms are not stated in the provided sources. Treat this as a legacy mail-service resilience risk. Prioritize if Sendmail runs on business-critical mail hosts with local user access; otherwise handle through normal vulnerability hygiene. Mitigation focus: Check OS or Sendmail vendor guidance for fixed packages or configuration changes.; Inventory legacy Sendmail deployments and prioritize supported versions.; Restrict local shell access on mail hosts to necessary administrators..

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