CVE-1999-0521

Summary

CVE-1999-0521 refers to a vulnerability in the Name Service Switch (NSS) component of some Unix-based operating systems. This issue arises due to the predictability of NIS domain names, making it possible for attackers to easily guess and gain unauthorized access to network services. This could result in serious security implications, such as unauthorized data access or denial-of-service attacks. System administrators are advised to take necessary measures, such as disabling NIS or implementing stronger authentication methods, to mitigate this risk.

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