CVE-1999-0032

CVE-1999-0032 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sgi Irix with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in lpr, as used in BSD-based systems including Linux, allows local users to execute arbitrary code as root via a long -C (classification) command line option.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0032?
Buffer overflow in lpr, as used in BSD-based systems including Linux, allows local users to execute arbitrary code as root via a long -C (classification) command line option.
How severe is CVE-1999-0032?
CVE-1999-0032 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-0032 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0032?
CVE-1999-0032 primarily affects Sgi Irix. In total, 21 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0032?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-1999-0032 published?
CVE-1999-0032 was published on 1996-10-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (21)

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