CVE-1999-0505

Summary

CVE-1999-0505 denotes a vulnerability affecting Windows NT systems, where user or administrator accounts have guessable passwords. This weakness, if exploited, allows unauthorized access to the compromised system, potentially leading to data theft or unauthorized modifications. Users are advised to enforce strong password policies and regularly update their systems to mitigate this risk. Weak passwords can be easily discovered through brute force attacks or dictionary attacks, posing a serious threat to the security of the affected Windows NT domain.

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