What is the severity of CVE-1999-0257?

CVE-1999-0257 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can severely disrupt service availability.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0257?

To fix CVE-1999-0257, you should update the Linux kernel to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0257?

CVE-1999-0257 specifically affects Linux kernel version 2.6.20.1.

Can CVE-1999-0257 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-1999-0257 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to trigger the denial of service.

Is there a workaround for CVE-1999-0257?

A possible workaround for CVE-1999-0257 is to apply network filtering rules to block malicious IP fragments.

Vulnerability/
CVE-1999-0257

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

1/4/1998

4/2/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0257

First published: Wed Apr 01 1998(Updated: )

Nestea variation of teardrop IP fragmentation denial of service.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Linux Kernel	=2.6.20.1

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Reference Links

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0257

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0257?
CVE-1999-0257 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can severely disrupt service availability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0257?
To fix CVE-1999-0257, you should update the Linux kernel to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0257?
CVE-1999-0257 specifically affects Linux kernel version 2.6.20.1.
Can CVE-1999-0257 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0257 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to trigger the denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-1999-0257?
A possible workaround for CVE-1999-0257 is to apply network filtering rules to block malicious IP fragments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0257?
CVE-1999-0257 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can severely disrupt service availability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0257?
To fix CVE-1999-0257, you should update the Linux kernel to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0257?
CVE-1999-0257 specifically affects Linux kernel version 2.6.20.1.
Can CVE-1999-0257 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0257 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to trigger the denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-1999-0257?
A possible workaround for CVE-1999-0257 is to apply network filtering rules to block malicious IP fragments.