CVE-2000-0673: Medium severity Microsoft Windows NT vulnerability
The NetBIOS Name Server (NBNS) protocol does not perform authentication, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending a spoofed Name Conflict or Name Release datagram, aka the "NetBIOS Name Server Protocol Spoofing" vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0673?
CVE-2000-0673 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0673?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0673, ensure that you apply security patches provided by Microsoft for affected operating systems.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2000-0673?
CVE-2000-0673 affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, and Windows NT Terminal Server.
What type of attack does CVE-2000-0673 enable?
CVE-2000-0673 allows remote attackers to perform spoofing attacks that can lead to a denial of service.
Is authentication enforced in the NetBIOS Name Server for CVE-2000-0673?
No, the NBNS protocol does not perform authentication, which is a critical aspect of CVE-2000-0673.