CVE-1999-1276
High
Description
fte-console in the fte package before 0.46b-4.1 does not drop root privileges, which allows local users to gain root access via the virtual console device.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.2
Exploit probability—
Product
Debian Linux
PublishedDec 7, 1998
First seenDec 7, 1998
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| debian debian_linux | 2.1 | — |
| linux linux_kernel | 2.6.20.1 | — |
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