CVE-1999-0247 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary commands via a buffer overflow in the INN NNTP server's nnrpd program.
- 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-1999-0247?
CVE-1999-0247 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 13 Oct 2000. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Buffer overflow in nnrpd program in INN up to version 1.6 allows remote users to execute arbitrary commands.
Which versions are affected by CVE-1999-0247?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Isc Inn.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0247?
No fix has been published for CVE-1999-0247 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-1999-0247 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-1999-0247 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-69m7-6fwc-hxpx.