CVE-1999-0715

Summary

CVE-1999-0715 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Remote Access Service (RAS) client. An attacker can exploit this issue by sending a malformed phonebook entry, resulting in the overflow of a buffer. This may allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands or cause a denial of service on the affected system. This vulnerability poses a significant risk if RAS is used to connect to untrusted remote networks. It is recommended that users apply the relevant patches or updates to mitigate this threat.

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