CVE-1999-0418
First published: Mon Mar 08 1999(Updated: )
Denial of service in SMTP applications such as Sendmail, when a remote attacker (e.g. spammer) uses many "RCPT TO" commands in the same connection.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sendmail |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0418?
CVE-1999-0418 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0418?
To fix CVE-1999-0418, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Sendmail that addresses this issue.
What applications are affected by CVE-1999-0418?
CVE-1999-0418 primarily affects SMTP applications such as Sendmail.
What is the impact of CVE-1999-0418?
The impact of CVE-1999-0418 is that it allows a remote attacker to monopolize SMTP resources, potentially leading to service outages.
How does CVE-1999-0418 work?
CVE-1999-0418 works by allowing a remote attacker to send numerous 'RCPT TO' commands within a single SMTP connection, exhausting server resources.
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