CVE-1999-1413: n/a vulnerability

CVE-1999-1413: Solaris 2.4 before kernel jumbo patch -35 allows set-gid programs to dump core even if the real user id is...

Solaris 2.4 before kernel jumbo patch -35 allows set-gid programs to dump core even if the real user id is not in the set-gid group, which allows local users to overwrite or create files at higher privileges by causing a core dump, e.g. through dmesg.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 1, 2024, 19:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is a legacy Solaris 2.4 local privilege issue. A local user could abuse core-dump behavior in set-gid programs to create or overwrite files with higher group privileges. It matters mainly for organizations still running old Solaris 2.4 systems without the kernel jumbo patch referenced by the CVE. Exposure appears limited to legacy Solaris 2.4 installations missing kernel jumbo patch -35. The bundle does not identify broader affected products or CPEs. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless they retain unsupported Solaris 2.4 hosts. Treat this as a legacy-system risk. It is not internet-remote based on the bundle, but affected shared Solaris hosts could let a local user damage or alter privileged files. Prioritize discovery and retirement over emergency response unless Solaris 2.4 remains in use. Mitigation focus: Inventory any remaining Solaris 2.4 systems.; Verify kernel jumbo patch -35 or later is installed.; Check archived vendor guidance before making production changes..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 08:44 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Sep 12, 2001, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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