CVE-1999-0242: Remote attackers can access mail files via POP3 in some Linux systems that are using shadow passwords.

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:36.648Z

Summary

Remote attackers can access mail files via POP3 in some Linux systems that are using shadow passwords.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:36.648Z · Confidence: high

Impact

Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.

Affected Software

Fix

Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.

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