CVE-1999-0716: Buffer Overflow

Published May 17, 1999
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in Windows NT 4.0 help file utility via a malformed help file.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT
Microsoft Windows 2000

Event History

May 17, 1999
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jan 4, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0716?

CVE-1999-0716 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for buffer overflow exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-0716?

To fix CVE-1999-0716, it is recommended to apply the security patches provided by Microsoft for Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000.

3

Who is affected by CVE-1999-0716?

CVE-1999-0716 affects users running Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 who utilize the help file utility.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0716?

CVE-1999-0716 is a buffer overflow vulnerability associated with malformed help files in the Windows NT help utility.

5

Can CVE-1999-0716 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-1999-0716 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious help file.

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