CVE-1999-1029

Summary

CVE-1999-1029 is a vulnerability affecting SSH servers prior to version 2.0.12. The issue lies in the way login attempts are recorded. If a connection is closed before reaching the maximum number of tries, the failed login attempts will not be logged. Consequently, an attacker can attempt to guess passwords without leaving a trace, increasing the risk of unauthorized access. This flaw can pose a significant threat to network security, emphasizing the importance of keeping SSH servers up-to-date.

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