CVE-1999-0726

Summary

CVE-1999-0726 is a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting Windows NT operating systems. A maliciously crafted file image header can cause the system to become unresponsive when a program is executed. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into opening a specially crafted file, resulting in a denial-of-service condition. The vulnerability exists due to an improper validation of file image headers in Windows NT. This issue can cause significant disruption and should be addressed through system updates and user awareness campaigns.

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