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CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
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CVE-1999-0903

First published: Tue Oct 26 1999(Updated: )

genfilt in the AIX Packet Filtering Module does not properly filter traffic to destination ports greater than 32767.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM AIX=4.3.2
=4.3.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0903?

    CVE-1999-0903 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0903?

    To fix CVE-1999-0903, you should upgrade to a version of AIX later than 4.3.2 that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What types of systems are affected by CVE-1999-0903?

    CVE-1999-0903 specifically affects IBM AIX version 4.3.2.

  • Can CVE-1999-0903 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-1999-0903 can be exploited remotely, potentially allowing attackers to bypass firewall filtering.

  • What is the impact of not addressing CVE-1999-0903?

    Not addressing CVE-1999-0903 may result in unauthorized access and the potential compromise of system integrity.

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