CVE-1999-0193

Summary

CVE-1999-0193 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting Ascend and 3com routers. Hackers can exploit this issue by sending a zero-length TCP option, causing the routers to reboot unexpectedly and disrupting network services. This vulnerability can potentially lead to extended downtime and negatively impact business operations. It is essential for network administrators to apply the available patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Unpatched routers remain vulnerable to this simple yet effective attack.

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