CVE-1999-0182

Summary

CVE-1999-0182 is a critical vulnerability affecting the Samba file-sharing software. This issue involves a buffer overflow, which can be exploited by remote attackers. By supplying an excessively long password during authentication, they can crash the Samba server and potentially execute malicious code. This enables attackers to gain root access to the system, jeopardizing data confidentiality and system integrity. It is essential to patch affected Samba installations promptly to prevent potential attacks.

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