CVE-1999-0195

Summary

CVE-1999-0195 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting the RPC portmapper. Cybercriminals can exploit this issue by registering or unregistering RPC services, or spoofing RPC services using a fake IP address, such as 127.0.0.1. By manipulating the RPC portmapper, attackers can cause a denial-of-service condition, disrupting the availability of critical network services. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to systems that rely on the RPC protocol and can lead to extended downtime if not properly secured.

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