CVE-1999-1043
First published: Fri Dec 31 1999(Updated: )
Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 and 5.0 does not properly handle (1) malformed NNTP data, or (2) malformed SMTP data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application error).
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =5.5 | |
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =5.0 | |
| =5.0 | ||
| =5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1043?
CVE-1999-1043 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability affecting Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 and 5.0.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1043?
To mitigate CVE-1999-1043, it is recommended to upgrade to a supported version of Microsoft Exchange Server that is not affected.
Which software versions are impacted by CVE-1999-1043?
CVE-1999-1043 affects Microsoft Exchange Server versions 5.5 and 5.0.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-1043 allow?
CVE-1999-1043 allows remote attackers to exploit malformed NNTP or SMTP data to cause application errors.
Is CVE-1999-1043 still a concern for current systems?
CVE-1999-1043 is primarily a concern for legacy systems still running Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 or 5.0.
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