CVE-1999-0441

Summary

CVE-1999-0441 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting WinGate machines. Malicious actors can exploit a buffer overflow issue in the Winsock Redirector Service to cause the system to crash, resulting in a denial of service. The attack requires no authentication and can be executed remotely, making it a significant security concern for organizations using WinGate. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to extended downtime and productivity losses. It is recommended that affected systems be patched as soon as possible to mitigate the risk.

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