CVE-1999-0179

Summary

CVE-1999-0179 is a vulnerability affecting Windows NT systems when used as Samba clients. A simple command, "cd .." executed on a file share can lead to the system crashing or locking up. This issue arises due to a flaw in the Samba client's handling of certain file sharing operations. Exploitation of this vulnerability can result in a denial of service, causing significant disruptions to network operations. It's essential for Windows NT users to apply the available patch to mitigate this risk.

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