CVE-1999-0414

Summary

CVE-1999-0414 is a vulnerability affecting Linux operating systems prior to version 2.0.36. This issue permits remote attackers to spoof TCP connections and inject data into the application layer before the connection is fully established. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code or launch denial-of-service attacks on unsuspecting systems. This weakness in the implementation of the TCP stack poses a significant risk to network security and requires prompt patching to mitigate the threat.

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