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HIGH · 10.0

CVE-1999-0791

Hybrid Network cable modems do not include an authentication mechanism for administration, allowing remote attackers to compromise the system through the HSMP protocol.

Vulnerability Description

Hybrid Network cable modems do not include an authentication mechanism for administration, allowing remote attackers to compromise the system through the HSMP protocol.

CVSS Score

10.0

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Hybrid NetworkHsmpAll versions
Hybrid NetworkCable ModemAll versions

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0791?

CVE-1999-0791 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Hybrid Network cable modems do not include an authentication mechanism for administration, allowing remote attackers to compromise the system through the HSMP protocol.

How severe is CVE-1999-0791?

CVE-1999-0791 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0791?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hybrid Network Hsmp, Hybrid Network Cable Modem.