CVE-1999-0452
CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Jan 1, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-0452 refers to a vulnerability discovered in 1999 where a backdoor password existed in certain services or applications. Developers inadvertently included this secret access point during the software development process, providing unauthorized users with unfettered access. Hackers could exploit this weakness to gain privileged access, bypassing standard security measures and potentially compromising the entire system. This backdoor password was a significant concern due to its potential to grant extensive control without detection.
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