CVE-1999-1142

CVE-1999-1142 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Sunos 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

SunOS 4.1.2 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via "LD_*" environmental variables to certain dynamically linked setuid or setgid programs such as (1) login, (2) su, or (3) sendmail, that change the real and effective user ids to the same user.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1142?
SunOS 4.1.2 and earlier allows local users to gain privileges via "LD_*" environmental variables to certain dynamically linked setuid or setgid programs such as (1) login, (2) su, or (3) sendmail, that change the real and effective user ids to the same user.
How severe is CVE-1999-1142?
CVE-1999-1142 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-1999-1142 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1142?
CVE-1999-1142 affects Sun Sunos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1142?
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-1999-1142 published?
CVE-1999-1142 was published on 1992-05-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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