What is the severity of CVE-1999-0799?

CVE-1999-0799 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution through buffer overflow.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0799?

To fix CVE-1999-0799, upgrade the bootpd software to version 2.4.4 or later where the vulnerability is patched.

What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0799?

CVE-1999-0799 affects bootpd version 2.4.3 and earlier on systems that utilize this service.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-1999-0799?

The potential impacts of CVE-1999-0799 include unauthorized access, system compromise, and execution of arbitrary code.

Is CVE-1999-0799 still a concern in modern systems?

While CVE-1999-0799 primarily affects older systems, it remains a concern for legacy applications still in use.

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CVE-1999-0799

critical

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 119

1/6/1997

18/4/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0799: Buffer Overflow

First published: Sun Jun 01 1997(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in bootpd 2.4.3 and earlier via a long boot file location.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Cmu Bootpd	<=2.4.3
	<=2.4.3

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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0799

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0799?
CVE-1999-0799 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution through buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0799?
To fix CVE-1999-0799, upgrade the bootpd software to version 2.4.4 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0799?
CVE-1999-0799 affects bootpd version 2.4.3 and earlier on systems that utilize this service.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-1999-0799?
The potential impacts of CVE-1999-0799 include unauthorized access, system compromise, and execution of arbitrary code.
Is CVE-1999-0799 still a concern in modern systems?
While CVE-1999-0799 primarily affects older systems, it remains a concern for legacy applications still in use.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0799?
CVE-1999-0799 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution through buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0799?
To fix CVE-1999-0799, upgrade the bootpd software to version 2.4.4 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0799?
CVE-1999-0799 affects bootpd version 2.4.3 and earlier on systems that utilize this service.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-1999-0799?
The potential impacts of CVE-1999-0799 include unauthorized access, system compromise, and execution of arbitrary code.
Is CVE-1999-0799 still a concern in modern systems?
While CVE-1999-0799 primarily affects older systems, it remains a concern for legacy applications still in use.