CVE-1999-0598

Summary

CVE-1999-0598 is a vulnerability affecting network intrusion detection systems (IDS). The IDS in question fails to process packets that are out of order correctly, creating an opportunity for attackers to bypass detection. An attacker can manipulate packet sequences to evade detection, potentially gaining unauthorized access to the targeted network. This issue highlights the importance of IDS vendors implementing robust packet handling mechanisms to maintain effective network security.

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