CVE-1999-0182

Summary

CVE-1999-0182 is a vulnerability affecting the Samba file-sharing software. The issue involves a buffer overflow that can be exploited when processing unusually long passwords. A remote attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can gain root access to the affected system. This vulnerability highlights the importance of keeping software up-to-date to protect against known security threats. In this case, applying the available patch or upgrade for the Samba software is recommended to mitigate the risk.

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