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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> Denial of Service >> Winnuke Vulnerability Assessment Details
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MSG_OOB against the remote host Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment It was possible to crash the remote host using the 'Winnuke' attack, that is to send an OOB message to this port. A possible hacker may use this flaw to make this host crash continuously, preventing the system from working properly. Solution : upgrade your operating system. Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: 2010 Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 1999 Renaud Deraison |
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