CVE-1999-1289

Summary

CVE-1999-1289 is a vulnerability affecting the ICQ 98 beta software on Windows NT. The issue allows an attacker to gain access to a client's internal IP address instead of the public one, which is exposed in the TCP data segment of an ICQ packet. This vulnerability can potentially reveal sensitive information about the client or the internal network configuration, making it a significant security concern. Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access or carry out further attacks on the affected system or network. The use of an incorrect IP address in ICQ packets can lead to potential privacy breaches and security risks.

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