CVE-1999-1225

CVSS 2.0 Score 5 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Aug 24, 1997
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-1225 is a vulnerability affecting the rpc.mountd service on Linux, Ultrix, and possibly other operating systems. It allows remote attackers to ascertain the existence of a file on the server by attempting to mount that file. The service returns distinct error messages depending on whether the file exists or not, making it possible for attackers to identify targeted files. This vulnerability can aid an attacker in reconnaissance activities and potentially lead to further exploitation.

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Affected Products

  • OpenBSD
  • Sun Solaris
  • Solaris
  • Linux Kernel
  • NetBSD

Affected Vendors

  • OpenBSD Project
  • LINUX
  • BonqDAO
  • Sun.
  • Netbsd

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