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CVE-1999-1469: Buffer overflow in w3-auth CGI program in miniSQL package allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary comm...

Buffer overflow in w3-auth CGI program in miniSQL package allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via an HTTP request with (1) a long URL, or (2) a long User-Agent MIME header.

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This is a legacy remote command execution risk in the miniSQL w3-auth CGI program. A remote attacker could trigger a buffer overflow using oversized HTTP input. Business urgency depends on whether any old miniSQL web CGI endpoints are still reachable, especially from the internet. Most likely exposure is legacy systems still running miniSQL with the w3-auth CGI program mapped through a web server. Modern environments are unlikely affected unless old CGI assets remain online. Prioritize quickly if any internet-facing legacy CGI service is present. If no miniSQL or w3-auth exists, track as a legacy hygiene item and document non-exposure. Mitigation focus: Inventory web servers for miniSQL and w3-auth CGI remnants.; Disable or remove w3-auth if it is no longer required.; Restrict public access to any legacy CGI paths pending review..

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