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CVE-1999-1442

HighPublished

Bug in AMD K6 processor on Linux 2.0.x and 2.1.x kernels allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a particular sequence of instructions,...

Published: Sep 12, 2001
Updated: Aug 1, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jun 1, 1998

Primary CVSS

7.2/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

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

EPSS probability estimate

0.9%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 56.7%
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

Bug in AMD K6 processor on Linux 2.0.x and 2.1.x kernels allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a particular sequence of instructions, possibly related to accessing addresses outside of segments.

Sources

AMD K6 Processor - Denial of ServiceExploit
Poulot-Cazajous · linux · Jun 1, 1998

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