CVE-1999-0832

Summary

CVE-1999-0832 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Linux NFS (Network File System) servers. Due to an issue in the way long pathnames are handled, an attacker can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary commands on the targeted system. This vulnerability poses a significant risk since an attacker can potentially gain full control over the affected server, leading to potential data theft or system compromise. It is highly recommended that Linux system administrators apply the available patch to mitigate this risk.

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