CVE-1999-0980
First published: Tue Jan 04 2000(Updated: )
Windows NT Service Control Manager (SCM) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed argument in a resource enumeration request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| =4.0 | ||
| =4.0 | ||
| =4.0 | ||
| =4.0-sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0980?
CVE-1999-0980 is considered a denial of service vulnerability that can significantly impact system availability.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0980?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0980, users should apply the appropriate patches or updates provided by Microsoft for Windows NT 4.0.
Which versions of Windows NT are affected by CVE-1999-0980?
CVE-1999-0980 affects Windows NT 4.0, including its Server and Enterprise editions.
Can CVE-1999-0980 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0980 can be exploited remotely by attackers through malformed resource enumeration requests.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-1999-0980?
Exploiting CVE-1999-0980 could lead to a complete denial of service, rendering the affected system unresponsive.
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