LOW · 2.1

CVE-1999-1476

A bug in Intel Pentium processor (MMX and Overdrive) allows local users to cause a denial of service (hang) in Intel-based operating systems such as Windows NT and Windows 95, via an invalid instructi...

Vulnerability Description

A bug in Intel Pentium processor (MMX and Overdrive) allows local users to cause a denial of service (hang) in Intel-based operating systems such as Windows NT and Windows 95, via an invalid instruction, aka the "Invalid Operand with Locked CMPXCHG8B Instruction" problem.

CVSS Score

2.1

LOW

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
PARTIAL

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IntelPentiumAll versions
IntelPentuimAll versions

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-1476?

CVE-1999-1476 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). A bug in Intel Pentium processor (MMX and Overdrive) allows local users to cause a denial of service (hang) in Intel-based operating systems such as Windows NT and Windows 95, via an invalid instructi...

How severe is CVE-1999-1476?

CVE-1999-1476 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1476?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Intel Pentium, Intel Pentuim.