CVE-1999-1520

Summary

CVE-1999-1520 is a configuration vulnerability affecting Microsoft Site Server 3.0's Ad Server Sample directory (AdSamples). An attacker can exploit this issue to gain unauthorized access to the SITE.CSC file, which contains sensitive SQL database information. The exposure of this file puts the database at risk for unauthorized queries and potential data breaches. This vulnerability can be mitigated by properly securing the AdSamples directory and implementing access control measures. Failure to address this issue may result in serious data security consequences.

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