CVE-1999-0458

Summary

CVE-1999-0458 is a vulnerability affecting L0phtcrack 2.5, an outdated password cracking tool. The software created temporary files in the system's TEMP directory, which could potentially store password information in an unencrypted format. Attackers with access to the TEMP directory could exploit this vulnerability to gain sensitive information, posing a significant security risk. The use of outdated software and improper handling of temporary files increased the likelihood of a successful attack. Users were urged to update their software and secure their TEMP directories to mitigate this risk.

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