CVE-1999-1421
medium
📛 Threat Title
CVE-1999-1421
Description
NBase switches NH208 and NH215 run a TFTP server which allows remote attackers to send software updates to modify the switch or cause a denial of service (crash) by guessing the target filenames, which have default names.
Indicators of Compromise (0)
No indicators of compromise on this threat.
References (4)
- cve@mitre.org NVD Recent CVEs
- cve@mitre.org NVD Recent CVEs
- cve@mitre.org NVD Recent CVEs
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NVD detail: CVE-1999-1421
NVD Recent CVEs
NBase switches NH208 and NH215 run a TFTP server which allows remote attackers to send software updates to modify the switch or cause a denial of service (crash) by guessing the target filenames, which have default names.
Remediations (10)
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web:attack.mitre.org
This mitigation can be implemented through the following measures: Regular Operating System Updates Implementation: Apply the latest Windows security updates monthly using WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) or a similar patch management solution. Configure systems to check for updates automatically and schedule reboots during maintenance ...
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web:cheatsheetseries.owasp.org
Virtual Patching Cheat Sheet Introduction The goal with this cheat Sheet is to present a concise virtual patching framework that organizations can follow to maximize the timely implementation of mitigation protections. Definition: Virtual Patching A security policy enforcement layer which prevents and reports the exploitation attempt of a known vulnerability. The virtual patch works when the ...
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web:docs.tenable.com
Few organizations have the resources necessary to remediate every vulnerability across their attack surface. Once organizations have discovered and assessed all of their assets, analysts will need to gain insight into the nature and severity of each vulnerability so these vulnerabilities can be prioritized. Remediation and mitigation plans should be created based-off prioritization plans.
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web:nvlpubs.nist.gov
The third version, SP 800-40, Revision 3, Guide to Enterprise Patch Management Technologies (2013), was written under the assumption that readers already understood the basics of patch management and that what they most needed help with was implementing, configuring, securing, and using enterprise patch management technologies.
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web:portal.msrc.microsoft.com
The Security Update Guide provides information on the latest Microsoft security updates, helping users understand and address potential vulnerabilities effectively.
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web:www.cisa.gov
For the benefit of the cybersecurity community and network defenders—and to help every organization better manage vulnerabilities and keep pace with threat activity—CISA maintains the authoritative source of vulnerabilities that have been exploited in the wild. Organizations should use the KEV catalog as an input to their vulnerability management prioritization framework.
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web:www.cve.org
At cve .org, we provide the authoritative reference method for publicly known information-security vulnerabilities and exposures
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web:www.esd.whs.mil
Ensure configuration, asset, remediation , and mitigation management supports vulnerability management within the DODIN in accordance with DoD Instruction (DoDI) 8510.01. Support all systems, subsystems, and system components owned by or operated on behalf of DoD with efficient vulnerability assessment techniques, procedures, and capabilities.
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web:www.forbes.com
Mitigation Measures To Take If Patching Isn't Possible Assuming a patch can't be promptly applied, what can be done to mitigate risk? There are several important measures to keep in mind:
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web:www.oracle.com
This Critical Patch Update contains 481 new security patches across the product families listed below. Please note that an MOS note summarizing the content of this Critical Patch Update and other Oracle Software Security Assurance activities is located at April 2026 Critical Patch Update: Executive Summary and Analysis.
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