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CVE-2001-1066: ns6install installation script for Netscape 6.01 on Solaris, and other versions including 6.2.1 beta, allow...

ns6install installation script for Netscape 6.01 on Solaris, and other versions including 6.2.1 beta, allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

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CVE-2001-1066 is a legacy local-file overwrite issue in the Netscape 6 installer on Solaris. A local user could abuse unsafe temporary-file handling with a symlink while the installer runs. Business risk is mainly for old systems or archives where this installer is still executed, especially with elevated privileges. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Solaris environments where Netscape 6 installer scripts are present and run. Risk rises if installation occurs on a multi-user host or with privileged permissions. Treat as a legacy hygiene issue, not an internet-facing emergency. Prioritize if old Solaris systems remain business-critical or if administrators still run legacy installers as root. Mitigation focus: Do not run the affected installer on shared multi-user systems.; Avoid privileged execution unless vendor guidance requires it.; Use an isolated build or staging host for legacy installation tasks..

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