CVE-1999-0733
Description
VMWare 1.0.1 for Linux has a buffer overflow vulnerability via the HOME environmental variable, allowing local users to execute arbitrary code as root.
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VMWare 1.0.1 for Linux has a buffer overflow vulnerability via the HOME environmental variable, allowing local users to execute arbitrary code as root.
Vulnerability
VMWare version 1.0.1 for Linux is vulnerable to a buffer overflow when the HOME environment variable is set to a long string. This vulnerability affects the setuid root binaries of VMWare [1].
Exploitation
A local attacker can exploit this vulnerability by setting the HOME environment variable to a specially crafted long string. The provided exploit code demonstrates how to trigger the buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code with root privileges, leading to a full local root compromise of the affected system [1].
Mitigation
No specific patch or fixed version information is available in the provided references. Users are advised to consult VMWare's official advisories for potential mitigation strategies or updated versions. This vulnerability is not listed on the CISA KEV catalog as of the current date [1].
AI Insight generated on Jun 2, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
Affected products
2- cpe:2.3:a:vmware:workstation:1.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- Range: = 1.0.1
Patches
0No patches discovered yet.
Vulnerability mechanics
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References
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