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| GEN:SID | 1:712 |
| Message | TELNET ld_library_path |
| Summary | This event is generated when an attempt is made to set an environment variable in a Telnet session to a server. |
| Impact | Unauthorized superuser access. |
| Detailed Information | This event is generated when an attempt is made to use the environment variable ld_library_path in a Telnet session. |
| Affected Systems | Telnet servers. |
| Attack Scenarios | An attacker can attempt to set the environment variable ld_library_path and then attempt to exploit a known vulnerability in some SunOS based systems. |
| Ease of Attack | Simple |
| Corrective Action | Use ssh as an alternative to Telnet Block inbound telnet access if it is not required. |
| Additional References | Bugtraq: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/43 |
| Rule References | arachnids: 367 bugtraq: 459 cve: 1999-0073 |
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DID:285174
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