CVE-1999-0391
First published: Tue Jan 05 1999(Updated: )
The cryptographic challenge of SMB authentication in Windows 95 and Windows 98 can be reused, allowing an attacker to replay the response and impersonate a user.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 Terminal Services | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows NT | =3.5.1-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =3.5.1-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =3.5.1-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =3.5.1-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =3.5.1-sp5 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0391?
CVE-1999-0391 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing user impersonation.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0391?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0391, it's recommended to disable SMB authentication in affected legacy systems or update to more secure operating systems.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-1999-0391?
CVE-1999-0391 affects Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, and various versions of Windows NT and Windows 2000.
Can CVE-1999-0391 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0391 can be exploited remotely if an attacker is able to intercept the SMB authentication process.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-1999-0391?
Exploiting CVE-1999-0391 can allow an attacker to impersonate legitimate users, potentially gaining unauthorized access to sensitive resources.
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