7.2
CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-1999-0344

First published: Sat Aug 01 1998(Updated: )

NT users can gain debug-level access on a system process using the Sechole exploit.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows NT=3.5.1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
=3.5.1
=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0344?

    CVE-1999-0344 is considered a high severity vulnerability that allows unauthorized debug-level access to system processes.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0344?

    To fix CVE-1999-0344, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows NT.

  • Which versions of Windows NT are affected by CVE-1999-0344?

    CVE-1999-0344 affects Windows NT versions 3.5.1 and 4.0.

  • What type of exploit is associated with CVE-1999-0344?

    CVE-1999-0344 is associated with the Sechole exploit, which allows NT users to gain elevated access.

  • What technical measures can be taken to mitigate CVE-1999-0344?

    Mitigation of CVE-1999-0344 can involve restricting user permissions and applying strict monitoring to detect unauthorized access.

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