CVE-1999-0371: Lynx allows a local user to overwrite sensitive files through /tmp symlinks.

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:43.053Z

Summary

Lynx allows a local user to overwrite sensitive files through /tmp symlinks.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:43.053Z · 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.

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