CVE-1999-0705

Summary

CVE-1999-0705 is a vulnerability affecting the INN (Internet News Network) inews program. This issue involves a buffer overflow, which allows an attacker to inject malicious data into memory beyond the intended boundary. The result is unpredictable behavior or even program crashes, potentially leading to system compromise if exploited successfully. This vulnerability was identified and documented in 1999, making it essential for organizations using INN to apply patches or upgrades to mitigate the risk.

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