CVE-1999-0579

CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 1, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0579 is a vulnerability affecting Windows NT systems. This issue lies in the registry audit policy, which fails to log events for non-critical registry keys. As a result, unauthorized changes to these keys may go undetected, posing a potential security risk. The lack of logging can make it difficult for administrators to identify and respond to suspicious activity in a timely manner. This vulnerability highlights the importance of proper configuration and monitoring of system audit policies to ensure the security and integrity of critical data.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows NT

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft