Buffer Overflow in INN inews Program Affects INN Software by Internet News Network
CVE-1999-0705

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Isc

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 September 1999

What is CVE-1999-0705?

A buffer overflow vulnerability in the INN inews program can be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the application. This issue arises when the application improperly handles input data, allowing for overwriting of adjacent memory. Attackers can exploit this flaw under certain conditions, leading to unauthorized actions and potential compromise of the system. Users are encouraged to implement necessary patches and security measures to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

EPSS Score

6% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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CVE-1999-0705 : Buffer Overflow in INN inews Program Affects INN Software by Internet News Network