CVE-1999-0519

Summary

CVE-1999-0519 is a cybersecurity vulnerability affecting NetBIOS and SMB (Server Message Block) file sharing protocols. The issue arises when a password for NetBIOS/SMB shares is set to the default value of null or missing. This weakness allows an unauthorized user to gain access to the shared resources and potentially take control of the affected system. The vulnerability was identified in 1999 and poses a significant risk to networks using these protocols if not properly secured. System administrators should ensure that appropriate passwords are set for all NetBIOS/SMB shares to mitigate this threat.

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