CVE-1999-0232 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published Updated

A buffer overflow in NCSA WebServer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain full system access.

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-1999-0232?

CVE-1999-0232 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 4 Feb 2000. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Buffer overflow in NCSA WebServer (version 1.5c) gives remote access.

Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0232?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ncsa Httpd Project Ncsa Httpd.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0232?

No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0232 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-1999-0232 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0232 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-q4q2-qhh6-jf9f.

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