CVE-1999-0968
CVSS 2.0 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Dec 26, 1998
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-0968 is a significant cybersecurity vulnerability affecting the BNC IRC proxy. This issue involves a buffer overflow, allowing remote attackers to manipulate the system and elevate their privileges. By sending specially crafted data to the affected proxy, attackers can exploit this vulnerability and potentially take control of the targeted server. This can lead to unauthorized access, data theft, or further system compromise. Organizations using the BNC IRC proxy are advised to apply patches or updates to mitigate this risk.
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