What is the severity of CVE-1999-0273?

CVE-1999-0273 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0273?

To mitigate CVE-1999-0273, consider applying patches provided by the vendor or updating to a more secure version of the software.

Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0273?

CVE-1999-0273 affects Solaris 2.5.1, specifically systems running SunOS 5.5.1.

What type of attack does CVE-1999-0273 represent?

CVE-1999-0273 represents a denial of service attack that disrupts telnet services.

Is CVE-1999-0273 still a relevant vulnerability?

Although CVE-1999-0273 is an older vulnerability, systems still running affected versions may still be at risk.

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CVE-1999-0273

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

1/1/1998

29/9/1999

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0273

First published: Thu Jan 01 1998(Updated: )

Denial of service through Solaris 2.5.1 telnet by sending ^D characters.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Sun SunOS	=5.5.1
	=5.5.1

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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0273

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0273?
CVE-1999-0273 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0273?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0273, consider applying patches provided by the vendor or updating to a more secure version of the software.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0273?
CVE-1999-0273 affects Solaris 2.5.1, specifically systems running SunOS 5.5.1.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-0273 represent?
CVE-1999-0273 represents a denial of service attack that disrupts telnet services.
Is CVE-1999-0273 still a relevant vulnerability?
Although CVE-1999-0273 is an older vulnerability, systems still running affected versions may still be at risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0273?
CVE-1999-0273 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0273?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0273, consider applying patches provided by the vendor or updating to a more secure version of the software.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0273?
CVE-1999-0273 affects Solaris 2.5.1, specifically systems running SunOS 5.5.1.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-0273 represent?
CVE-1999-0273 represents a denial of service attack that disrupts telnet services.
Is CVE-1999-0273 still a relevant vulnerability?
Although CVE-1999-0273 is an older vulnerability, systems still running affected versions may still be at risk.