CVE-1999-0180 Auth bypass in n/a
The in.rshd service allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands by logging in with a NULL username, bypassing authentication.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-1999-0180?
CVE-1999-0180 is a high-severity authentication bypass vulnerability in n/a, published on 29 Sep 1999. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
in.rshd allows users to login with a NULL username and execute commands.
Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0180?
How do I fix CVE-1999-0180?
No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0180 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and rotate credentials and sessions that may have been exposed. More about Authentication bypass.
Is CVE-1999-0180 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0180 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-qqgg-g49w-fqwr.