CVE-1999-1388

CVE-1999-1388 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Sun Sunos 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

Description

passwd in SunOS 4.1.x allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack and the -F command line argument.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1388?
passwd in SunOS 4.1.x allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack and the -F command line argument.
How severe is CVE-1999-1388?
CVE-1999-1388 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-1388 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (32nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-1388?
CVE-1999-1388 affects Sun Sunos. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1388?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-1388 published?
CVE-1999-1388 was published on 1994-05-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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