CVE-1999-0294

Summary

CVE-1999-0294 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting WINS (Winsock Internet Name Service) databases. An attacker can manipulate SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) to delete all records within a WINS database, resulting in a WINS server becoming unavailable and causing network disruptions. This issue can significantly impact network communication and functionality, potentially leading to significant downtime if not promptly addressed.

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