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7.2

Debian Linux Super utility lets local users become root

CVE-1999-0373 · published 27 years ago
Summary

The Super command-line tool in Debian Linux can be tricked into running extra code, giving anyone with a regular account the ability to run commands with full system privileges. This means an attacker could take control of the entire machine. Install the latest security update for Debian Linux as soon as possible to close the problem.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
debian debian_linux 2.0
cpe:2.3:o:debian:debian_linux:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Buffer overflow in the "Super" utility in Debian GNU/Linux, and other operating systems, allows local users to execute commands as root.
Buffer overflow in the "Super" utility in Debian GNU/Linux, and other operating systems, allows local users to execute commands as root.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.2 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published1 Feb 1999
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-1999-0373 · NVD
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