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CVE-1999-0912

LowPublished

FreeBSD VFS cache (vfs_cache) allows local users to cause a denial of service by opening a large number of files.

Published: Oct 13, 2000
Updated: Aug 1, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Sep 22, 1999

Primary CVSS

2.1/ 10Low

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P

EPSS probability estimate

0.6%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 45.9%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

FreeBSD VFS cache (vfs_cache) allows local users to cause a denial of service by opening a large number of files.

Sources

FreeBSD 3.0/3.1/3.2 - 'vfs_cache' Denial of ServiceExploit
Charles M. Hannum · freebsd · Sep 22, 1999

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