CVE-1999-1048 | GNU Bash 1.4.17/2.0.0 Directory Name memory corruption (XFDB-3414 / OSVDB-8345)
A vulnerability labeled as critical has been found in GNU Bash 1.4.17/2.0.0. This affects an unknown function of the component Directory Name Handler. The manipulation results in memory corruption.
This vulnerability is known as CVE-1999-1048. Attacking locally is a requirement. Furthermore, an exploit is available.
It is recommended to add additional authentication.