CVE-1999-0853

Summary

CVE-1999-0853 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Netscape Enterprise Server and Netscape FastTrack Server. Attackers can exploit this issue during the HTTP Basic Authentication process, allowing them to gain privileged access to the affected systems. The vulnerability is triggered by sending specially crafted authentication packets, resulting in an overflow condition in the server's buffer. This issue poses a significant risk, as successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized access and potential data breaches. Organizations using these servers are encouraged to apply the available patches or updates to mitigate this threat.

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