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CVE-1999-1485

First published: Mon May 31 1999(Updated: )

nsd in IRIX 6.5 through 6.5.2 exports a virtual filesystem on a UDP port, which allows remote attackers to view files and cause a possible denial of service by mounting the nsd virtual file system.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SGI IRIX=6.5.1
SGI IRIX=6.5.2
SGI IRIX=6.5
=6.5
=6.5.1
=6.5.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-1485?

    CVE-1999-1485 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability that impacts certain versions of IRIX.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-1485?

    To mitigate CVE-1999-1485, users should upgrade to a patched version of IRIX that addresses the vulnerability.

  • What versions of IRIX are affected by CVE-1999-1485?

    CVE-1999-1485 affects IRIX versions 6.5, 6.5.1, and 6.5.2.

  • What can an attacker do with the CVE-1999-1485 vulnerability?

    An attacker can remotely view files and potentially cause a denial of service by exploiting the nsd virtual filesystem.

  • Is CVE-1999-1485 still a concern today?

    While IRIX is not widely used today, CVE-1999-1485 remains a significant concern for systems that still operate on affected versions.

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