CVE-1999-0679

Summary

CVE-1999-0679 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the hybrid-6 IRC server, which was widely used on EFnet. The issue lies within the m_invite invite option, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by overflowing the buffer. This flaw poses a significant risk, as IRC servers act as communication hubs, potentially allowing an attacker to gain unauthorized access or manipulate data within the affected network.

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