CVE-1999-1593: n/a vulnerability

CVE-1999-1593: Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (connectivity l...

Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (connectivity loss) or steal credentials via a 1Ch registration that causes WINS to change the domain controller to point to a malicious server. NOTE: this problem may be limited when Windows 95/98 clients are used, or if the primary domain controller becomes unavailable.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 23:06 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a legacy WINS weakness that could misdirect Windows domain clients to an attacker-controlled server, causing connectivity loss or possible credential exposure. The public record is old and sparse, with no CVSS score, named patch, or confirmed active exploitation in the supplied sources. Exposure is most plausible in legacy Windows/NT-domain environments that still use WINS or NetBIOS name resolution. Modern environments without WINS dependency are unlikely to be directly exposed, but the source bundle does not provide a definitive affected-version list. Moderate attention for organizations with legacy Windows infrastructure; low priority where WINS is absent. The main business risk is legacy authentication disruption or credential exposure, but the record lacks enough evidence for emergency action. Mitigation focus: Check Microsoft or system vendor guidance for historical patch and configuration status.; Inventory whether WINS is still deployed or reachable in legacy network segments.; Retire WINS where business owners confirm it is no longer required..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 15, 2009, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://www2.sans.org/reading_room/whitepapers/win2k/185.phpCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC

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