CVE-1999-0701

Summary

CVE-1999-0701 is a vulnerability affecting Windows NT 4.0 systems. After an unattended installation, a maliciously crafted installation file could infiltrate sensitive information, including the local Administrator password. This issue poses a significant risk to system security, as unauthorized access to administrative credentials can lead to serious data breaches and unintended system modifications. Organizations using this outdated operating system are advised to apply relevant security patches and practice secure installation methods to mitigate these risks.

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