CVE-1999-1387
First published: Wed Apr 02 1997(Updated: )
Windows NT 4.0 SP2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash), possibly via malformed inputs or packets, such as those generated by a Linux smbmount command that was compiled on the Linux 2.0.29 kernel but executed on Linux 2.0.25.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp2 | |
| =4.0-sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-1387?
CVE-1999-1387 has been classified with a high severity due to its ability to cause a denial of service on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1387?
To mitigate CVE-1999-1387, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Windows NT that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-1999-1387?
CVE-1999-1387 specifically affects Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 2.
What type of attack does CVE-1999-1387 facilitate?
CVE-1999-1387 facilitates a denial of service attack that can crash Windows NT systems.
When was CVE-1999-1387 discovered?
CVE-1999-1387 was discovered in the late 1990s, highlighting weaknesses in early Windows NT versions.
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