CVE-2000-0405

Summary

CVE-2000-0405 is a significant vulnerability affecting L0pht AntiSniff, a network security tool. This issue arises due to a buffer overflow flaw in the software's processing of malformed DNS response packets. Malicious actors can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands remotely, posing a considerable risk to network security. By sending specially crafted DNS packets, attackers can bypass security measures and gain unauthorized access to affected systems. This vulnerability underscores the importance of promptly applying software patches to mitigate cybersecurity risks.

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