Vulnerability Description
NMPI (Name Management Protocol on IPX) listener in Microsoft NWLink does not properly filter packets from a broadcast address, which allows remote attackers to cause a broadcast storm and flood the network.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 95 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 98 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 98Se | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Me | All versions |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1781ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-07
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5357
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1781ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-07
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5357
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). NMPI (Name Management Protocol on IPX) listener in Microsoft NWLink does not properly filter packets from a broadcast address, which allows remote attackers to cause a broadcast storm and flood the ne...
How severe is CVE-2000-0980?
CVE-2000-0980 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-2000-0980?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows 98Se, Microsoft Windows Me.