CVE-1999-0693: Buffer overflow in TT_SESSION environment variable in ToolTalk shared library allows local users to gain root privileges

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:56.686Z

Summary

Buffer overflow in TT_SESSION environment variable in ToolTalk shared library allows local users to gain root privileges.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:56.686Z · 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