CVE-1999-0635

Summary

CVE-1999-0635 refers to a vulnerability in outdated implementations of the BSD-derived echo service. Hackers can exploit this weakness by sending specially crafted packets to a susceptible system, potentially leading to remote code execution. The echo service, which facilitates interactive terminal sessions, can be a significant attack vector due to its prevalence and default installation in many systems. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended that affected organizations update their echo service implementations or disable the service altogether.

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