CVE-1999-0211

Summary

CVE-1999-0211 is a cybersecurity vulnerability affecting some mount daemons. This issue arises when these daemons fail to adequately check the size of export lists, allowing users to create lists exceeding 256 characters. Consequently, any unauthorized user can mount NFS directories, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive data. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to network security, particularly in environments where NFS is extensively used. To mitigate this threat, administrators should update their mount daemons to the latest versions, which include patches addressing this issue.

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