CVE-1999-1068

CVSS 2.0 Score 5.0 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Jul 23, 1997
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-1068 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting Oracle Webserver 2.1. Malicious actors can trigger the issue by sending lengthy HTTP GET requests to the server while it's processing PL/SQL stored procedures. The excessive request causes the server to become unresponsive, resulting in a denial-of-service condition. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, potentially disrupting the availability of affected web services. It is essential for organizations using Oracle Webserver 2.1 to apply relevant patches or upgrades to mitigate this risk.

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Affected Products

  • Oracle HTTP Server

Affected Vendors

  • BonqDAO