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CVE-1999-0449

First published: Tue Jan 26 1999(Updated: )

The ExAir sample site in IIS 4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a direct request to the (1) advsearch.asp, (2) query.asp, or (3) search.asp scripts.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Internet Information Server=4.0
=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0449?

    CVE-1999-0449 has a moderate severity rating due to its ability to cause denial of service through high CPU consumption.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0449?

    To fix CVE-1999-0449, it is recommended to apply the latest patches and updates to Microsoft Internet Information Server 4.0.

  • What scripts are involved in CVE-1999-0449?

    CVE-1999-0449 involves denial of service through the advsearch.asp, query.asp, and search.asp scripts.

  • Who is affected by CVE-1999-0449?

    CVE-1999-0449 affects users and administrators of Microsoft Internet Information Server version 4.0.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0449?

    CVE-1999-0449 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability.

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