What is the severity of CVE-2000-0980?

CVE-2000-0980 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause network disruptions.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0980?

To fix CVE-2000-0980, it is recommended to upgrade to a supported version of Windows that is not affected by this vulnerability.

What is the impact of CVE-2000-0980?

The impact of CVE-2000-0980 allows attackers to exploit the NMPI listener to create a broadcast storm, potentially flooding and disrupting network communication.

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2000-0980?

CVE-2000-0980 affects Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows Me.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0980?

CVE-2000-0980 is a network denial of service vulnerability stemming from improper packet filtering.

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CVE-2000-0980

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

19/12/2000

22/1/2001

8/8/2024

CVE-2000-0980

First published: Tue Dec 19 2000(Updated: )

NMPI (Name Management Protocol on IPX) listener in Microsoft NWLink does not properly filter packets from a broadcast address, which allows remote attackers to cause a broadcast storm and flood the network.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 98SE
Microsoft Windows 95
Microsoft Windows Me
Microsoft Windows 98	=gold

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause network disruptions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0980?
To fix CVE-2000-0980, it is recommended to upgrade to a supported version of Windows that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2000-0980?
The impact of CVE-2000-0980 allows attackers to exploit the NMPI listener to create a broadcast storm, potentially flooding and disrupting network communication.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 affects Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows Me.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 is a network denial of service vulnerability stemming from improper packet filtering.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause network disruptions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0980?
To fix CVE-2000-0980, it is recommended to upgrade to a supported version of Windows that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2000-0980?
The impact of CVE-2000-0980 allows attackers to exploit the NMPI listener to create a broadcast storm, potentially flooding and disrupting network communication.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 affects Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows Me.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 is a network denial of service vulnerability stemming from improper packet filtering.