CVE-1999-0591

Summary

CVE-1999-0591 refers to a vulnerability in Windows NT where the event log has incorrect access permissions. This issue allows unauthorized users to view and potentially manipulate system event logs, which could be used to conceal malicious activity or gain sensitive information. The impact of this vulnerability is significant as event logs contain critical system data and can be used for troubleshooting, security analysis, and system auditing. Addressing this vulnerability involves properly configuring access control lists (ACLs) for the event logs to restrict access to authorized users only.

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