Vulnerability Description
DNS allows remote attackers to use DNS name servers as traffic amplifiers via a UDP DNS query with a spoofed source address, which produces more traffic to the victim than was sent by the attacker.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dnstools Software | Dnstools | All versions |
References
- ftp://ftp.auscert.org.au/pub/auscert/advisory/AL-1999.004.dns_dosPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/j-063.shtmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=93348057829957&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=93433758607623&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7238.php
- ftp://ftp.auscert.org.au/pub/auscert/advisory/AL-1999.004.dns_dosPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/j-063.shtmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=93348057829957&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=93433758607623&w=2
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7238.php
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1379?
CVE-1999-1379 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). DNS allows remote attackers to use DNS name servers as traffic amplifiers via a UDP DNS query with a spoofed source address, which produces more traffic to the victim than was sent by the attacker.
How severe is CVE-1999-1379?
CVE-1999-1379 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1379?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dnstools Software Dnstools.