CVE-1999-0255

Summary

CVE-1999-0255 is a significant vulnerability affecting ircd, an Internet Relay Chat (IRC) server. The issue involves a buffer overflow, allowing malicious users to inject arbitrary commands into the system. Successful exploitation could result in unauthorized control over the IRC server and potential compromise of sensitive information. This vulnerability highlights the importance of timely software updates and secure coding practices to mitigate such risks.

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