What is the severity of CVE-1999-0242?

CVE-1999-0242 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attacks on mail files.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0242?

To fix CVE-1999-0242, ensure that the POP3 service is properly configured to restrict access and consider using alternatives if necessary.

Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0242?

CVE-1999-0242 affects Linux systems utilizing shadow passwords, particularly those running Slackware Linux.

What type of attack does CVE-1999-0242 involve?

CVE-1999-0242 involves remote attacks that can exploit POP3 to access sensitive mail files.

Is user authentication impacted by CVE-1999-0242?

Yes, CVE-1999-0242 can compromise user authentication by allowing unauthorized access to mail files.

Vulnerability/
CVE-1999-0242

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

1/3/1995

4/2/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0242

First published: Wed Mar 01 1995(Updated: )

Remote attackers can access mail files via POP3 in some Linux systems that are using shadow passwords.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Slackware Slackware Linux
Slackware Linux

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0242?
CVE-1999-0242 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attacks on mail files.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0242?
To fix CVE-1999-0242, ensure that the POP3 service is properly configured to restrict access and consider using alternatives if necessary.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0242?
CVE-1999-0242 affects Linux systems utilizing shadow passwords, particularly those running Slackware Linux.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-0242 involve?
CVE-1999-0242 involves remote attacks that can exploit POP3 to access sensitive mail files.
Is user authentication impacted by CVE-1999-0242?
Yes, CVE-1999-0242 can compromise user authentication by allowing unauthorized access to mail files.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0242?
CVE-1999-0242 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attacks on mail files.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0242?
To fix CVE-1999-0242, ensure that the POP3 service is properly configured to restrict access and consider using alternatives if necessary.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0242?
CVE-1999-0242 affects Linux systems utilizing shadow passwords, particularly those running Slackware Linux.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-0242 involve?
CVE-1999-0242 involves remote attacks that can exploit POP3 to access sensitive mail files.
Is user authentication impacted by CVE-1999-0242?
Yes, CVE-1999-0242 can compromise user authentication by allowing unauthorized access to mail files.