CVE-1999-0808 describes multiple buffer overflows in ISC DHCP Distribution server (dhcpd) versions 1.0 and 2.0. This vulnerability allows a remote, unauthenticated attacker to trigger a denial of service by sending crafted long options, and potentially execute arbitrary commands. With a CVSS score of 7.5 (High), it presents a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector and low attack complexity. Despite its age, there is no known active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:isc:dhcp_client:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
2.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:isc:dhcp_client:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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