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CVE-1999-1161: Vulnerability in ppl in HP-UX 10.x and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges by forcing ppl to...

Vulnerability in ppl in HP-UX 10.x and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges by forcing ppl to core dump.

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CVE-1999-1161 is a legacy HP-UX local privilege escalation issue. A user already able to log in to an affected HP-UX 10.x or earlier system could force the ppl program to crash and potentially gain root privileges. This matters mainly for organizations still running old HP-UX systems. Exposure is likely limited to legacy HP-UX 10.x and earlier systems where local users can execute ppl. Modern environments are unlikely affected unless they retain unsupported HP-UX hosts. Prioritize this where legacy HP-UX still supports business-critical workloads or shared user access. The business risk is root compromise after local access, with higher urgency on multi-user systems. Mitigation focus: Inventory HP-UX systems and identify versions 10.x or earlier.; Consult HP advisory HPSBUX9704-057 for vendor-approved fixes.; Apply relevant HP patches or retire unsupported HP-UX hosts..

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