CVE-1999-0720 | Linux Kernel 2.6.20.1 pt_chown Command privileges management (EDB-19467 / BID-597)
A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Linux Kernel 2.6.20.1. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality of the component pt_chown Command. The manipulation leads to improper privilege management.
This vulnerability is handled as CVE-1999-0720. Attacking locally is a requirement. Furthermore, there is an exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.