CVE-1999-0746
First published: Mon Aug 16 1999(Updated: )
A default configuration of in.identd in SuSE Linux waits 120 seconds between requests, allowing a remote attacker to conduct a denial of service.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =6.2 | |
| Slackware Slackware Linux | =3.2 | |
| SUSE Linux | =5.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =4.4.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =5.2 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.0 | |
| SUSE Linux | =6.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =4.4 | |
| SUSE Linux | =5.1 | |
| Slackware Slackware Linux | =3.6 | |
| SUSE Linux | =5.3 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.2 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0746?
CVE-1999-0746 is considered a denial of service vulnerability, allowing for the potential interruption of services.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0746?
To fix CVE-1999-0746, users should update or reconfigure in.identd on their affected SuSE or Slackware Linux systems.
Which versions of software are affected by CVE-1999-0746?
CVE-1999-0746 affects multiple versions of SuSE Linux up to 6.2 and Slackware Linux up to 3.6.
What kind of attack can be executed due to CVE-1999-0746?
CVE-1999-0746 allows remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack by exhausting the in.identd service's request handling.
Is CVE-1999-0746 still relevant today?
While CVE-1999-0746 originally affected older operating systems, it may provide insights into similar configurations and vulnerabilities in modern systems.
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