CVE-1999-1455

Summary

CVE-1999-1455 is a vulnerability affecting the RSH service utility RSHSVC in Windows NT 3.5 to 4.0. This issue allows unauthorized users to access the service by logging in from an authorized host, despite the restrictions specified in the .Rhosts file. The vulnerability could potentially lead to unauthorized system access and subsequent data breaches. The .Rhosts file, intended for securing access to RSH services, is not being properly enforced, enabling unauthorized users to gain access. This vulnerability poses a significant risk to systems running Windows NT 3.5 to 4.0 that have the RSH service enabled and an unsecured .Rhosts file.

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