CVE-1999-0073: Telnet allows a remote client to specify environment variables including LD_LIBRARY_PATH, allowing an attacker to bypass
Summary
Telnet allows a remote client to specify environment variables including LD_LIBRARY_PATH, allowing an attacker to bypass the normal system libraries and gain root access.
Severity
UNKNOWN
Source Attribution
Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:36.716Z · 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.