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CVE-1999-0217

First published: Wed Jan 01 1997(Updated: )

Malicious option settings in UDP packets could force a reboot in SunOS 4.1.3 systems.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Sun SunOS=4.1psr_a
Sun SunOS=4.0.3
Sun SunOS=4.1.3a1
Sun SunOS=4.1
Sun SunOS=4.0.3c
Sun SunOS=4.1.1
Sun SunOS=4.1.3
Sun SunOS=4.1.2
=4.0.3
=4.0.3c
=4.1
=4.1.1
=4.1.2
=4.1.3
=4.1.3a1
=4.1psr_a

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0217?

    CVE-1999-0217 has a moderate severity as it can cause a system reboot in affected SunOS versions.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0217?

    To fix CVE-1999-0217, ensure you update your SunOS to a version that is not vulnerable to this exploit.

  • Which versions of SunOS are affected by CVE-1999-0217?

    CVE-1999-0217 affects SunOS versions 4.0.3, 4.1, and several other minor releases.

  • What impact does CVE-1999-0217 have on systems?

    CVE-1999-0217 allows malicious UDP packets to force a reboot, impacting system availability.

  • Is there any workaround for CVE-1999-0217 if I cannot apply a patch?

    A temporary workaround for CVE-1999-0217 is to block UDP traffic at the firewall to prevent exploitation.

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