CVE-1999-0815: Medium severity Microsoft Windows NT vulnerability
Memory leak in SNMP agent in Windows NT 4.0 before SP5 allows remote attackers to conduct a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of queries.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Microsoft Windows NT 4.0to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in SP5
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0815?
CVE-1999-0815 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service through memory exhaustion.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0815?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0815, it is recommended to update Windows NT 4.0 to Service Pack 5 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-0815 allow?
CVE-1999-0815 allows remote attackers to conduct denial of service attacks by exploiting a memory leak in the SNMP agent.
Which operating system versions are affected by CVE-1999-0815?
CVE-1999-0815 affects Windows NT 4.0 prior to Service Pack 5.
How can I identify if my system is vulnerable to CVE-1999-0815?
You can identify vulnerability to CVE-1999-0815 by checking if your Windows NT 4.0 system is running any version before Service Pack 5.