CVE-1999-1266: rsh daemon (rshd) generates different error messages when a valid username is provided versus an invalid name, which all

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:38.652Z

Summary

rsh daemon (rshd) generates different error messages when a valid username is provided versus an invalid name, which allows remote attackers to determine valid users on the system.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:38.652Z · 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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