CVE-1999-1452

CVSS 2.0 Score 2.1 of 10 (low)

Details

Published Dec 31, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-1452 is a vulnerability affecting the GINA (Graphical Identification and Authentication) component in Windows NT 4.0. This issue allows an attacker with physical access to the system to view a portion of a locked user's clipboard by pasting its contents into the username prompt during the login process. This can potentially expose sensitive information, making it essential for organizations using Windows NT 4.0 to apply the available patch to mitigate this risk.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows NT

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft