CVE-1999-0577: Critical severity Microsoft Windows NT vulnerability
A Windows NT system's file audit policy does not log an event success or failure for non-critical files or directories.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Configuration
Enable or configure the Windows NT file audit policy to log both success and failure events for non-critical files and directories so that access attempts are recorded.
Microsoft Windows NT file audit policy audit of non-critical files and directories = log success and failure
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0577?
CVE-1999-0577 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0577?
To fix CVE-1999-0577, ensure that your file audit policy is properly configured to log access attempts for all files and directories.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0577?
CVE-1999-0577 affects systems running Microsoft Windows NT.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-1999-0577?
The potential impacts of CVE-1999-0577 include the inability to detect unauthorized access or changes to non-critical files.
Is there a workaround for CVE-1999-0577?
A temporary workaround for CVE-1999-0577 is to manually monitor access to sensitive files and directories until the issue is resolved.