CVE Catalog
CVE-1999-1037
HighExploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk0.35%
27th percentile - higher than 27% of all known CVEs
Summary
SATAN 1.1.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/rex.$$ file.
Risk Assessment
An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to modify or delete critical system files, potentially leading to serious security issues.
Recommendation
It is recommended to restrict access to temporary files and to monitor and secure the system against unauthorized access.
Other vulnerabilities in SATAN 1.1.1
Original NVD description (English source)
rex.satan in SATAN 1.1.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the /tmp/rex.$$ file.