CVE-1999-0833: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 10 1999(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in BIND 8.2 via NXT records.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ISC BIND 9 | =8.2 | |
| ISC BIND 9 | =8.2.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =7.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0833?
CVE-1999-0833 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for a buffer overflow exploit.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0833?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0833, upgrade to a later version of BIND that is not affected, such as BIND 9.
What software is affected by CVE-1999-0833?
BIND versions 8.2 and 8.2.1, along with certain versions of Solaris and SunOS, are affected by CVE-1999-0833.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0833?
CVE-1999-0833 is a buffer overflow vulnerability resulting from improper handling of NXT records in BIND.
How can CVE-1999-0833 be exploited?
CVE-1999-0833 can be exploited remotely by sending crafted DNS requests that trigger the buffer overflow.
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