CVE-1999-0745

CVSS 2.0 Score 10.0 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Aug 18, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0745 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the IBM AIX C Set ++ compiler's Source Code Browser Program Database Name Server Daemon (pdnsd). This issue allows an attacker to send specially crafted data to the pdnsd, resulting in a buffer overflow. Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution or a denial-of-service condition. It is crucial for organizations using the IBM AIX C Set ++ compiler to apply relevant patches or updates to mitigate this vulnerability.

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