CVE-1999-0804

Summary

CVE-1999-0804 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting Linux 2.2.x kernels. Maliciously crafted ICMP packets with unconventional types, codes, and IP header lengths can trigger the issue. This vulnerability allows an attacker to cause the kernel to consume excessive system resources, leading to a denial-of-service condition. Linux users running version 2.2.x are encouraged to apply the appropriate patches to mitigate this risk.

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