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CVE-1999-1480: (1) acledit and (2) aclput in AIX 4.3 allow local users to create or modify files via a symlink attack.

(1) acledit and (2) aclput in AIX 4.3 allow local users to create or modify files via a symlink attack.

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This is an old local file-manipulation issue in AIX 4.3 utilities acledit and aclput. A local user may be able to create or modify files through a symlink attack. The provided sources do not establish remote exploitation, active abuse, or a vendor fix. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy AIX 4.3 systems where local users can run acledit or aclput. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless they still operate unsupported AIX 4.3 hosts. Treat this as a legacy-platform risk. It is not presented as internet-exploitable, but any remaining AIX 4.3 host with local users deserves prompt review because file modification issues can affect system integrity. Mitigation focus: Identify any remaining AIX 4.3 systems.; Check IBM or AIX historical guidance for fixes or migration advice.; Restrict local shell access to trusted users only..

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