CVE-1999-0116
First published: Thu Sep 19 1996(Updated: )
Denial of service when an attacker sends many SYN packets to create multiple connections without ever sending an ACK to complete the connection, aka SYN flood.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =3.2.5 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.2 | |
| IBM SNG | =2.1 | |
| IBM SNG | =2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0116?
CVE-1999-0116 has a high severity rating as it can lead to denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0116?
To address CVE-1999-0116, implement SYN flood protection features available in your network hardware or operating system.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0116?
CVE-1999-0116 affects IBM AIX versions 3.2.5, 4.1, and 4.2, as well as IBM Sng versions 2.1 and 2.2.
What is a SYN flood attack related to CVE-1999-0116?
A SYN flood attack, related to CVE-1999-0116, is when an attacker sends a large number of SYN packets to overwhelm a system without completing the connection.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-1999-0116?
The potential impacts of CVE-1999-0116 include service unavailability and decreased performance due to resource exhaustion.
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