CVE-1999-0228: Medium severity Microsoft Windows NT vulnerability

Published Feb 7, 1997
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Updated

Denial of service in RPCSS.EXE program (RPC Locator) in Windows NT.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1

Event History

Feb 7, 1997
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 29, 1999
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0228?

CVE-1999-0228 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability specifically affecting the RPC Locator in Windows NT.

2

Which versions of Windows NT are affected by CVE-1999-0228?

CVE-1999-0228 affects Windows NT 4.0, including service packs 1 and 2.

3

How do I fix CVE-1999-0228?

To fix CVE-1999-0228, it is recommended to apply the latest service pack or security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows NT 4.0.

4

What type of attack does CVE-1999-0228 exploit?

CVE-1999-0228 exploits a vulnerability in the RPCSS.EXE program to cause a denial of service.

5

Can CVE-1999-0228 impact network availability?

Yes, CVE-1999-0228 can significantly impact network availability by disrupting the RPC Locator service.

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