CVE-1999-1363
First published: Fri Dec 31 1999(Updated: )
Windows NT 3.51 and 4.0 allow local users to cause a denial of service (crash) by running a program that creates a large number of locks on a file, which exhausts the NonPagedPool.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | =3.5.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| =3.5.1 | ||
| =4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1363?
CVE-1999-1363 is considered a denial of service vulnerability that can crash affected systems.
How does CVE-1999-1363 affect Windows NT 3.51 and 4.0?
CVE-1999-1363 allows local users to exhaust the NonPagedPool by creating excessive locks on a file.
What are the affected versions of Windows NT for CVE-1999-1363?
CVE-1999-1363 affects Windows NT versions 3.51 and 4.0.
Is there a patch available for CVE-1999-1363?
As CVE-1999-1363 pertains to legacy systems, Microsoft has not provided a specific patch for this vulnerability.
What can I do to mitigate the risks of CVE-1999-1363?
To mitigate CVE-1999-1363, limit local user permissions and monitor system logs for suspicious activities.
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