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CVE-1999-1348: Linuxconf on Red Hat Linux 6.0 and earlier does not properly disable PAM-based access to the shutdown comma...

Linuxconf on Red Hat Linux 6.0 and earlier does not properly disable PAM-based access to the shutdown command, which could allow local users to cause a denial of service.

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This is a legacy local denial-of-service issue. On Red Hat Linux 6.0 and earlier, Linuxconf could fail to block PAM-based access to shutdown, allowing a local user to interrupt system availability. The supplied sources do not indicate remote exploitation or data compromise. Exposure is most likely limited to very old Red Hat Linux 6.0 or earlier systems still running Linuxconf. Modern supported Linux distributions are not identified as affected in the supplied sources. Prioritize only if legacy Red Hat Linux systems remain in production or sensitive environments. The main risk is service interruption from local users, so urgency depends on whether such systems still exist and who can access them. Mitigation focus: Inventory for Red Hat Linux 6.0 or earlier hosts running Linuxconf.; Check Red Hat or vendor historical guidance for an authoritative fix.; Retire or upgrade unsupported legacy hosts where feasible..

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