Vulnerability Description
Vulnerability in AIX 4.1.4 and HP-UX 10.01 and 9.05 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by using a socket to connect to a port on the localhost, calling shutdown to clear the socket, then using the same socket to connect to a different port on localhost.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hp | Hp-Ux | 9.05 |
| Ibm | Aix | 4.1 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602167420641&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/352ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602167420641&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/352ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1408?
CVE-1999-1408 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Vulnerability in AIX 4.1.4 and HP-UX 10.01 and 9.05 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by using a socket to connect to a port on the localhost, calling shutdown to clear the socke...
How severe is CVE-1999-1408?
CVE-1999-1408 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-1999-1408?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Hp-Ux, Ibm Aix.