CVE-1999-1101

Summary

CVE-1999-0460 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Linux autofs module. This issue is triggered by long directory names, enabling local users to cause a denial of service. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can overwrite memory and cause the autofs service to crash, resulting in a disruption of system functionality. This vulnerability highlights the importance of input validation and proper handling of user input to prevent similar attacks in the future.

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