Vulnerability Description
Solaris syslogd crashes when receiving a message from a host that doesn't have an inverse DNS entry.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Sunos | 5.4 |
References
- http://sunsolve.Sun.COM/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?patchid=103291&collection=fpatches
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1878
- http://sunsolve.Sun.COM/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?patchid=103291&collection=fpatches
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1878
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-0223?
CVE-1999-0223 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Solaris syslogd crashes when receiving a message from a host that doesn't have an inverse DNS entry.
How severe is CVE-1999-0223?
CVE-1999-0223 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0223?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Sunos.