CVE-1999-0664

CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 1, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-0664 denotes a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows NT, where an application-critical registry key has been incorrectly granted inappropriate permissions. Malicious actors can exploit this issue to execute unauthorized actions, potentially leading to system compromise or data theft. The key in question may be accessed and modified without proper authorization, posing a significant risk to the security of affected systems. This vulnerability, if left unaddressed, could allow attackers to gain administrative control and wreak havoc on the targeted system.

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