CVE-1999-0979: The SCO UnixWare privileged process system allows local users to gain root privileges by using a debugger such as gdb to

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:57.531Z

Summary

The SCO UnixWare privileged process system allows local users to gain root privileges by using a debugger such as gdb to insert traps into _init before the privileged process is executed.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:57.531Z · Confidence: high

Impact

Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.

Affected Software

Fix

Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.

References