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CVE-1999-1351 is an old file-disclosure issue in KVIrc IRC client 0.9.0. If a specific sound-request listening option is enabled, a remote attacker could cause the client to expose arbitrary local files through directory traversal in DCC handling. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems still running KVIrc 0.9.0 with the affected sound-request option enabled. Modern environments are unlikely to be exposed unless old IRC tooling remains on user workstations or archived operational systems. This is not a broad enterprise emergency, but it matters where legacy IRC clients remain. Prioritize quick inventory and removal because the impact is local file disclosure and the affected software is very old. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire any KVIrc 0.9.0 installations.; Disable the affected sound-request listening option where removal is not immediate.; Check KVIrc or distribution guidance for supported fixed versions..
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