CVE-1999-0342
CVE-1999-0342 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Pam with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (25th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Pam
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Linux PAM modules allow local users to gain root access using temporary files.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-1999-0342?
- Linux PAM modules allow local users to gain root access using temporary files.
- How severe is CVE-1999-0342?
- CVE-1999-0342 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2, rated medium severity.
- Is CVE-1999-0342 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-1999-0342?
- CVE-1999-0342 affects Pam. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-1999-0342?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-1999-0342 published?
- CVE-1999-0342 was published on 1998-12-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:pam:pam:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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