CVE-1999-0727

Summary

CVE-1999-0727 is a kernel leak vulnerability affecting OpenBSD. This issue permits IPsec packets to be transmitted without encryption, posing a significant risk to data confidentiality. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by crafting IPsec packets designed to leak sensitive information from the OpenBSD kernel. The impact of this vulnerability is especially concerning in secure communications contexts, such as virtual private networks (VPNs). It is essential to apply the available patch promptly to mitigate this risk.

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