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CVE-1999-1419: Buffer overflow in nss_nisplus.so.1 library in NIS+ in Solaris 2.3 and 2.4 allows local users to gain root...

Buffer overflow in nss_nisplus.so.1 library in NIS+ in Solaris 2.3 and 2.4 allows local users to gain root privileges.

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This is an old local privilege-escalation issue in Solaris 2.3 and 2.4. A user who already has local access could trigger a buffer overflow in the NIS+ name-service library and gain root privileges. The main business concern is legacy Unix infrastructure that still supports important workloads. Exposure is most plausible on legacy Solaris 2.3 or 2.4 systems using NIS+ name service. Modern environments are unlikely to be exposed unless they retain old Solaris hosts for operational, industrial, or archival workloads. Treat this as high priority only if legacy Solaris 2.3 or 2.4 remains in service. The risk is severe on affected hosts, but likely exposure is narrow in most modern enterprises. Mitigation focus: Review Sun security bulletin 00148 and apply any vendor-supported fix for affected Solaris releases.; Retire or isolate unsupported Solaris 2.3 and 2.4 systems where no supported fix is available.; Limit local user access on affected hosts until vendor guidance is applied..

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