CVE-1999-1222
First published: Fri Dec 31 1999(Updated: )
Netbt.sys in Windows NT 4.0 allows remote malicious DNS servers to cause a denial of service (crash) by returning 0.0.0.0 as the IP address for a DNS host name lookup.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| =4.0 | ||
| =4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1222?
CVE-1999-1222 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1222?
To mitigate CVE-1999-1222, users should apply any relevant patches provided by Microsoft for Windows NT 4.0.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-1222?
CVE-1999-1222 specifically affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, including its Terminal Server edition.
What happens if my system is exploited by CVE-1999-1222?
Exploitation of CVE-1999-1222 can lead to system crashes, resulting in denial of service.
Is CVE-1999-1222 still a risk today?
CVE-1999-1222 primarily affects outdated systems still running Windows NT 4.0, which are rarely in use today.
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