CVE-2001-0598: Symantec Ghost 6.5 and earlier allows a remote attacker to create a denial of service by sending large (> 4...

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This is an old denial-of-service issue in Symantec Ghost Configuration Server 6.5 and earlier. A remote party could make the service error by sending unusually large data to port 1347. The known impact is service disruption, not data theft or code execution. Exposure is limited to systems still running Symantec Ghost Configuration Server 6.5 or earlier with TCP port 1347 reachable. Modern exposure is uncertain without asset inventory because the product and advisory are from 2001. Treat as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless the service is internet-facing or business-critical. Prioritize discovery and access restriction over emergency response because no active exploitation evidence is provided. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Symantec Ghost Configuration Server 6.5 or earlier.; Restrict TCP port 1347 to trusted administration networks only.; Disable the Ghost Configuration Server where it is no longer required..

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Jul 1, 2026, 09:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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