CVE-1999-0294

Summary

CVE-1999-0294 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting WINS (Winsock Internet Name Service) databases. An attacker can delete all records in a WINS database by sending specific SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) packets, resulting in WINS server downtime and network disruption. This issue could impact networks that rely on WINS for name resolution, leading to significant operational disruptions. Organizations using WINS should apply available patches or updates to mitigate this vulnerability.

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