CVE-1999-0216

Summary

CVE-1999-0216 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting the inetd service on Linux systems. Hackers can exploit this weakness by sending SYN or RST packets, causing inetd to consume excessive resources and ultimately crashing the service. This can lead to a denial-of-service condition, preventing legitimate users from accessing network services. The vulnerability was first identified in 1999 and has since been addressed through various Linux updates and configurations. Implementing proper firewall rules and limiting access to inetd can help mitigate the risk of exploitation.

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