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CVE-1999-0679

7.5 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in hybrid-6 IRC server commonly used on EFnet allows remote attackers to execute commands via m_invite invite option.

Published Aug 13, 1999hybrid_networkEPSS 3.26%

Overview

CVE-1999-0679 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting hybrid_network hybrid_ircd. It was published on August 13, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in hybrid-6 IRC server commonly used on EFnet allows remote attackers to execute commands via m_invite invite option.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from hybrid_network. Update hybrid_ircd to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
hybrid_networkhybrid_ircd0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0679?

CVE-1999-0679 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting hybrid_network hybrid_ircd. It was published on August 13, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-1999-0679?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-1999-0679?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from hybrid_network. Update hybrid_ircd to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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