CVE-1999-0572

CVSS 2.0 Score 9.3 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 1, 1997
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0626 is a vulnerability affecting certain versions of the rusers command. This issue allows any network entity to access valid user information, making it a significant security risk. The rusers command, which is used to display information about users on a TCP/IP network, is the source of the exposure. Hackers or unauthorized users can exploit this vulnerability to gain sensitive information, potentially leading to further attacks. Users are strongly encouraged to update their systems to a version of rusers that addresses this issue.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows NT
  • Microsoft Windows 2000

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft