CVE-1999-0228: Medium severity Microsoft Windows NT vulnerability
Published Feb 7, 1997
·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.