CVE-1999-1564
First published: Thu Sep 02 1999(Updated: )
FreeBSD 3.2 and possibly other versions allows a local user to cause a denial of service (panic) with a large number accesses of an NFS v3 mounted directory from a large number of processes.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeBSD Kernel | =3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1564?
CVE-1999-1564 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to system panic.
How does CVE-1999-1564 affect systems?
CVE-1999-1564 affects FreeBSD 3.2 and can be triggered by a local user through excessive accesses to an NFS v3 mounted directory.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1564?
To fix CVE-1999-1564, upgrade your FreeBSD system to a version that has patched this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-1999-1564?
Local users on FreeBSD 3.2 systems may exploit CVE-1999-1564 to cause a denial of service.
What version of FreeBSD is vulnerable to CVE-1999-1564?
FreeBSD 3.2 is identified as vulnerable to CVE-1999-1564, with potential impact on similar versions.
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