CVE-1999-0433
XFree86 startx command is vulnerable to a symlink attack, allowing local users to create files in restricted directories, possibly allowing
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- Where the record stands: published, rejected by its publisher, or superseded by another id.What do these mean? →
- published
- Whether CISA lists it in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog: proof that attackers are using it.What do these mean? →
- Not listed in CISA KEV
- Whether working attack code is public (Exploit-DB, Metasploit, Nuclei or GitHub). Public code makes attacks easier.What do these mean? →
- 1 on Exploit-DB
Summary
XFree86 startx command is vulnerable to a symlink attack, allowing local users to create files in restricted directories, possibly allowing them to gain privileges or cause a denial of service.
Timeline
- Public exploit on Exploit-DB
EDB-19257
- CVE published
- Record last updated
Affected versions
- n/a n/a
Version range not reported