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5.0

TestTrack server can be overloaded via port 99

CVE-1999-1567 · published 27 years ago
Summary

The TestTrack server may use a lot of CPU and stop responding if someone connects to port 99 and then drops the connection. This can make the testing system unavailable for users. Apply the vendor’s update or block traffic to port 99 to prevent the issue.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
seapine_software testtrack All versions
cpe:2.3:a:seapine_software:testtrack:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Seapine Software TestTrack server allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service (high CPU) via (1) TestTrackWeb.exe and (2) ttcgi.exe by connecting to port 99 and disconnecting without send...
Seapine Software TestTrack server allows a remote attacker to cause a denial of service (high CPU) via (1) TestTrackWeb.exe and (2) ttcgi.exe by connecting to port 99 and disconnecting without sending any data.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.0 Medium
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published8 Mar 1999
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-1999-1567 · NVD
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