CVE-1999-0454

Summary

CVE-1999-0454 refers to a vulnerability where a remote attacker can potentially identify the operating system of a host through specific reactions to IP or ICMP packets. This issue may allow an adversary to determine the target's OS using tools like nmap or queso, which could lead to further exploitation attempts. This information disclosure vulnerability underscores the importance of securing network defenses against potential OS fingerprinting attacks.

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