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ID:10917 - Exploit for Information exposure in Linux kernel - CVE-1999-0524
ID:10917 - Exploit for Information exposure in Linux kernel - CVE-1999-0524
Published: November 29, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU95779
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-1999-0524
CWE-ID: CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
Linux kernel
Linux kernel
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
ICMP information such as (1) netmask and (2) timestamp is allowed from arbitrary hosts.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's repository.