CVE-1999-0535

Summary

CVE-1999-0535 refers to a vulnerability in Windows NT's account policy for password settings. This issue arises from insecure configurations, such as insufficient password length requirements, weak password age policies, or lack of password uniqueness enforcement. These lax settings could allow unauthorized access to affected systems through brute force attacks or other means. To mitigate this risk, administrators should promptly review and strengthen their password policies, ensuring they comply with industry best practices.

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