CVE-1999-0639

Summary

CVE-1999-0639 refers to a vulnerability in chargen service implementation. Hackers can exploit this weakness by sending malicious input to the chargen service, potentially leading to buffer overflows and system crashes. An attacker could then gain unauthorized access to the system or execute arbitrary code. The impact of this vulnerability can be severe, as the chargen service is often used in remote access protocols such as Telnet and rlogin, leaving many systems open to remote attacks. It is important that affected systems be updated with the necessary patches to mitigate this risk.

Prevent cyber attacks with Recorded Future by prioritizing and patching critical vulnerabilities being exploited by threat actors targeting your industry. Book your demo to learn more.