CVE-1999-0400

Summary

CVE-1999-0400 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting Linux 2.2.0 systems. By providing a core file as an argument to the ldd command, an attacker can trigger a buffer overflow and cause the kernel to crash, resulting in a denial-of-service condition. The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the linker, making it essential for system administrators to update their kernels to a patched version to mitigate this issue.

Prevent cyber attacks with Recorded Future by prioritizing and patching critical vulnerabilities being exploited by threat actors targeting your industry. Book your demo to learn more.