CVE-1999-1544 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in the FTP server component of Microsoft IIS versions 3.0 and 4.0. This flaw allows attackers to trigger a denial of service by sending an overly long NLST (ls) command, affecting local users and potentially remote users. The vulnerability is rated Medium severity (CVSS 5.0) due to its network-based attack vector and low attack complexity, leading to a partial impact on availability. There is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code (Metasploit, ExploitDB), or significant community discussion or media coverage surrounding this legacy CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:internet_information_server:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
4.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:internet_information_server:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
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