Arbitrary Host ICMP Information Exposure in Cisco Products
CVE-1999-0524

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows
Ios
Mac Os X
Linux Kernel
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 August 1997

What is CVE-1999-0524?

The vulnerability allows arbitrary hosts to send ICMP requests that reveal sensitive information, including netmask and timestamp data. This exposure can assist attackers in conducting reconnaissance and facilitate further attacks on the network. Proper configuration and monitoring are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/322
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https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB1...
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http://descriptions.securescout.com/tc/11010
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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