CVE-2000-0742
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CVE-2000-0742 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The IPX protocol implementation in Microsoft Windows 95 and 98 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending a ping packet with a source IP address that is a broadcast address, aka the "Malformed IPX Ping Packet" vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 18.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The IPX protocol implementation in Microsoft Windows 95 and 98 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending a ping packet with a source IP address that is a broadcast address, aka the "Malformed IPX Ping Packet" vulnerability.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 95 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 98 | All versions | Gold |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1544Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1544Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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