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MEDIUM · 6.4

CVE-1999-0418

Denial of service in SMTP applications such as Sendmail, when a remote attacker (e.g. spammer) uses many "RCPT TO" commands in the same connection.

Vulnerability Description

Denial of service in SMTP applications such as Sendmail, when a remote attacker (e.g. spammer) uses many "RCPT TO" commands in the same connection.

CVSS Score

6.4

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:P
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
NONE
Availability
PARTIAL

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0418?

CVE-1999-0418 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). Denial of service in SMTP applications such as Sendmail, when a remote attacker (e.g. spammer) uses many "RCPT TO" commands in the same connection.

How severe is CVE-1999-0418?

CVE-1999-0418 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0418?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.