CVE-1999-1455: n/a vulnerability

CVE-1999-1455: RSH service utility RSHSVC in Windows NT 3.5 through 4.0 does not properly restrict access as specified in...

RSH service utility RSHSVC in Windows NT 3.5 through 4.0 does not properly restrict access as specified in the .Rhosts file when a user comes from an authorized host, which could allow unauthorized users to access the service by logging in from an authorized host.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 1, 2024, 17:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-1999-1455 is a legacy access-control flaw in Microsoft Windows NT RSHSVC. If an attacker can log in from a host already trusted by .Rhosts, the service may grant access improperly. Business risk depends on whether any old Windows NT systems still run this RSH service. Likely limited to legacy Windows NT 3.5 through 4.0 environments where RSHSVC is installed, enabled, reachable, and configured with trusted hosts. Handle as a legacy-risk discovery item, not a KEV-backed emergency. If Windows NT/RSHSVC still exists, prioritize isolation or retirement because unsupported services can carry outsized operational risk. Mitigation focus: Identify any Windows NT 3.5 through 4.0 systems running RSHSVC.; Review Microsoft KB Q158320 and current vendor guidance for remediation details.; Disable RSHSVC where it is not operationally required..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 08:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 9, 2002, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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nt-rshsvc-ale-bypass(7422)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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