CVE-1999-0939
First published: Thu Aug 26 1999(Updated: )
Denial of service in Debian IRC Epic/epic4 client via a long string.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Debian Linux | =2.1 | |
| Debian Linux | =2.2 | |
| =2.1 | ||
| =2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0939?
CVE-1999-0939 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0939?
To fix CVE-1999-0939, upgrade the Debian IRC Epic/epic4 client to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0939?
CVE-1999-0939 affects Debian Linux versions 2.1 and 2.2, specifically the IRC Epic/epic4 client.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-0939 represent?
CVE-1999-0939 represents a denial of service attack that can crash the IRC client with a long string input.
Can CVE-1999-0939 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0939 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted long string to the affected IRC client.
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