CVE-1999-0191

CVSS 2.0 Score 6.4 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Sep 1, 1997
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0191 is a vulnerability affecting the newdsn.exe CGI script in Microsoft IIS. This issue allows remote users to overwrite files, potentially leading to serious data loss or system compromise. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted HTTP requests to the affected server. The overwriting of files could result in unauthorized access or denial-of-service attacks. To mitigate this risk, it is recommended that IIS administrators apply the relevant patches or upgrades as soon as possible.

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