CVE-1999-0462: suidperl in Linux Perl does not check the nosuid mount option on file systems, allowing local users to gain root access

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:44.354Z

Summary

suidperl in Linux Perl does not check the nosuid mount option on file systems, allowing local users to gain root access by placing a setuid script in a mountable file system, e.g. a CD-ROM or floppy disk.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:44.354Z · 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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