CVE-1999-0452

CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 1, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0452 is a vulnerability disclosed in 1999, affecting services or applications with a backdoor password left by the developer. This hidden access, intended for internal use, can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access to the system, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized system modifications, or other malicious activities. The presence of such backdoors can undermine the security of an entire network, making it crucial for developers to remove them before deployment and for system administrators to regularly audit their systems for any unintended access points.

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