CVE-1999-1013: named-xfer in AIX 4.1.5 and 4.2.1 allows members of the system group to overwrite system files to gain root access via t

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:49.472Z

Summary

named-xfer in AIX 4.1.5 and 4.2.1 allows members of the system group to overwrite system files to gain root access via the -f parameter and a malformed zone file.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:49.472Z · 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