CVE-1999-0994
First published: Thu Dec 16 1999(Updated: )
Windows NT with SYSKEY reuses the keystream that is used for encrypting SAM password hashes, allowing an attacker to crack passwords.
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-1999-0994?
CVE-1999-0994 is considered to be of high severity due to the potential for password cracking.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0994?
To fix CVE-1999-0994, upgrade to a later version of Windows that does not utilize SYSKEY in this manner.
What versions of Windows NT are affected by CVE-1999-0994?
CVE-1999-0994 affects Windows NT 4.0 and its service packs.
What exploitation methods are possible with CVE-1999-0994?
An attacker can exploit CVE-1999-0994 by guessing or cracking weak passwords due to the reused keystream.
Is there a workaround for CVE-1999-0994 if upgrading is not possible?
A possible workaround for CVE-1999-0994 is to enforce strong password policies to mitigate the risk of password cracking.
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