CVE-1999-0968 describes a critical buffer overflow vulnerability in the BNC IRC proxy, specifically affecting versions 2.2.4, 2.4.6, and 2.4.8. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain elevated privileges on the compromised system. With a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH), it presents a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on the KEV or Hot List, exploit code is publicly available on ExploitDB, indicating a clear path for exploitation, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 2.2.4CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:james_seter:bnc_irc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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