CVE-1999-0998

Summary

CVE-1999-0998 is a cybersecurity vulnerability affecting Cisco Cache Engines. An attacker can exploit this issue by replacing content in the cache, potentially leading to the delivery of malicious or incorrect information to users. This vulnerability poses a risk to network reliability and security, as cached data is often used for content delivery and optimization. The impact of the exploit can range from inconvenience to significant data corruption, depending on the specific context of the affected network. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended that administrators update their Cache Engines to the latest software version, which includes a patch for this vulnerability.

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