CVE-1999-1422
high
📛 Threat Title
CVE-1999-1422
Description
The default configuration of Slackware 3.4, and possibly other versions, includes . (dot, the current directory) in the PATH environmental variable, which could allow local users to create Trojan horse programs that are inadvertently executed by other users.
Indicators of Compromise (0)
No indicators of compromise on this threat.
References (3)
- cve@mitre.org NVD Recent CVEs
- cve@mitre.org NVD Recent CVEs
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NVD detail: CVE-1999-1422
NVD Recent CVEs
The default configuration of Slackware 3.4, and possibly other versions, includes . (dot, the current directory) in the PATH environmental variable, which could allow local users to create Trojan horse programs that are inadvertently executed by other users.
Remediations (10)
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web:nvd.nist.gov
Vulnerabilities All vulnerabilities in the NVD have been assigned a CVE identifier and thus, abide by the definition below. CVE defines a vulnerability as: "A weakness in the computational logic (e.g., code) found in software and hardware components that, when exploited, results in a negative impact to confidentiality, integrity, or availability. Mitigation of the vulnerabilities in this ...
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web:portal.msrc.microsoft.com
The Security Update Guide provides information on the latest Microsoft security updates, helping users understand and address potential vulnerabilities effectively.
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web:securityboulevard.com
Vulnerability remediation is the process of identifying, addressing, and resolving security vulnerabilities in systems, networks, or applications to eliminate potential threats. It involves fixing the root cause of the vulnerability, often through actions such as applying security patches, updating software, reconfiguring systems, or rewriting insecure code. Remediation aims to provide a ...
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web:www.cisa.gov
For the benefit of the cybersecurity community and network defenders—and to help every organization better manage vulnerabilities and keep pace with threat activity—CISA maintains the authoritative source of vulnerabilities that have been exploited in the wild. Organizations should use the KEV catalog as an input to their vulnerability management prioritization framework.
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web:www.cve.org
At cve .org, we provide the authoritative reference method for publicly known information-security vulnerabilities and exposures
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web:www.forbes.com
Mitigation Measures To Take If Patching Isn't Possible Assuming a patch can't be promptly applied, what can be done to mitigate risk? There are several important measures to keep in mind:
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web:www.ibm.com
IBM MQ provides periodic maintenance for release 9.2. The following is a complete listing of available fixes grouped by maintenance delivery.
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web:www.oracle.com
This Critical Patch Update contains 481 new security patches across the product families listed below. Please note that an MOS note summarizing the content of this Critical Patch Update and other Oracle Software Security Assurance activities is located at April 2026 Critical Patch Update: Executive Summary and Analysis.
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web:www.secure.com
Learn the difference between vulnerability remediation and mitigation , and how a risk-based strategy can strengthen your security posture.
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web:www.virustotal.com
VirusTotal is a platform for scanning files and URLs for viruses, malware, and other threats using multiple antivirus engines.
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