CVE-1999-0204

Eric Allman — NVD-CWE-Other

EPSS 0.03186
  • Published: 1997-01-01T05:00:00.000
  • Last modified: 2025-04-03T01:03:51.193
  • Vendors: Eric Allman
  • CWE: NVD-CWE-Other

CVE-1999-0204 — Sendmail 8.6.9 allows remote attackers to execute root commands, using ident. [Weakness: NVD-CWE-Other]

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EPSS: n/a   |   KEV: not listed

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Sendmail 8.6.9 allows remote attackers to execute root commands, using ident.

🧠 Explainer: What this vulnerability means

Summary: A flaw in the product from Eric Allman (CWE: unspecified) can be exploited.

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

Mitigation: Until patched, restrict exposure, enforce least privilege, and monitor for suspicious activity.

CWE: NVD-CWE-Other
Eric Allman

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