Denial of Service Vulnerability in Linux 2.0.3x
CVE-1999-0986

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Debian
Status
Debian Linux
Linux
Linux Kernel
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 December 1999

Summary

The ping command in Linux kernel version 2.0.3x contains a flaw that allows local users to induce a denial of service. This is accomplished by sending oversized packets utilizing the -R (record route) option, which can overwhelm the system, leading to performance degradation or potential service outages.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/870
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability Reserved

  • Vulnerability published

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