Vulnerability Description
The Cenroll ActiveX control (xenroll.dll) for Terminal Server Editions of Windows NT 4.0 and Windows NT Server 4.0 before SP6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption) by creating a large number of arbitrary files on the target machine.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Nt | 4.0 |
References
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3B242366
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/3062US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6827
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7107
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3B242366
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/3062US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6827
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7107
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1579?
CVE-1999-1579 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The Cenroll ActiveX control (xenroll.dll) for Terminal Server Editions of Windows NT 4.0 and Windows NT Server 4.0 before SP6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption...
How severe is CVE-1999-1579?
CVE-1999-1579 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1579?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Nt.