CVE-1999-0968
CVE-1999-0968 is a high-severity vulnerability in James Seter Bnc Irc with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: James Seter Bnc Irc
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Buffer overflow in BNC IRC proxy allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-1999-0968?
- Buffer overflow in BNC IRC proxy allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
- How severe is CVE-1999-0968?
- CVE-1999-0968 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-1999-0968 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-1999-0968?
- CVE-1999-0968 affects James Seter Bnc Irc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-1999-0968?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-1999-0968 published?
- CVE-1999-0968 was published on 1998-12-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/11711
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1927
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/1546
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:james_seter:bnc_irc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*