OpenVMS loginout Vulnerability

BID:161

Info

OpenVMS loginout Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 161
Class: Access Validation Error
CVE: CVE-1999-1558
Remote: No
Local: No
Published: Jul 16 1998 12:00AM
Updated: Jul 11 2009 12:16AM
Credit: This vulnerability was posted to the Bugtraq mailing list as a CIAC <[email protected]> advisory on July 16, 1998.
Vulnerable: Digital OpenVMS AXP 7.1
Digital OpenVMS 7.1
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

OpenVMS loginout Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in loginout under OpenVMS versions up to and including 7.1, on both the VAX and Alpha AXP architectures. Under certain circumstances, this vulnerability could result in unauthorized access.

Exploit / POC

OpenVMS loginout Vulnerability

Currently the SecurityFocus staff are not aware of any exploits for this issue. If you feel we are in error or are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].

Solution / Fix

OpenVMS loginout Vulnerability

Solution:
Digital recommends upgrading to OpenVMS version 7.1, and installing appropriate patches. These are available at http://www1.service.digital.com/patches/

References

OpenVMS loginout Vulnerability

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