CVE Catalog
CVE-1999-0459
MediumExploitation Probability (EPSS)
Low risk0.37%
28th percentile - higher than 28% of all known CVEs
Summary
Local users can perform a denial of service attack on Alpha Linux by using MILO to force a reboot.
Risk Assessment
This attack can lead to system unavailability for other users, impacting the organization's operational continuity.
Recommendation
It is recommended to restrict access to MILO to trusted users and to monitor system activity for potential attack attempts.
Original NVD description (English source)
Local users can perform a denial of service in Alpha Linux, using MILO to force a reboot.