CVE-1999-0048

Debian A — NVD-CWE-Other

EPSS 0.01797
  • Published: 1997-01-27T05:00:00.000
  • Last modified: 2025-04-03T01:03:51.193
  • Vendors: Debian, IBM, Nec
  • Products: A, Aix, Ew, Netkit, Up Ux V
  • CWE: NVD-CWE-Other

CVE-1999-0048 — Talkd, when given corrupt DNS information, can be used to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges. [Weakness: NVD-CWE-Other]

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EPSS: n/a   |   KEV: not listed

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Talkd, when given corrupt DNS information, can be used to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges.

🧠 Explainer: What this vulnerability means

Summary: A from Debian is impacted (CWE: unspecified).

Impact: It may allow privilege escalation, data exposure, or service interruption.

Mitigation: Prioritize patching and consider temporary workarounds documented by the vendor.

CWE: NVD-CWE-Other
Debian IBM Nec A Aix Ew Netkit Up Ux V

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