CVE-1999-0547

Summary

CVE-1999-0547 denotes a vulnerability in SSH servers that can be exploited through the .rhosts file. This issue allows unauthorized authentication by granting access to users listed in the file, without requiring a password. This vulnerability can pose a significant security risk as it bypasses the standard authentication process. Hackers can easily exploit this weakness to gain unauthorized access to a system, potentially leading to data theft or system compromise. It is essential for administrators to update their SSH servers to patch this vulnerability and disable the .rhosts file feature to enhance the security of their systems.

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