CVE-1999-1291
MediumExploitation Probability (EPSS)
Very high risk96th percentile - higher than 96% of all known CVEs
Summary
The TCP/IP implementation in Microsoft Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0, and possibly others, allows remote attackers to reset connections by forcing a reset (RST) via a PSH ACK or other means.
Risk Assessment
Attackers can take control of connections, potentially leading to data loss or service disruption.
Recommendation
It is recommended to upgrade systems to newer versions that eliminate this vulnerability and to monitor network traffic for suspicious activities.
Original NVD description (English source)
TCP/IP implementation in Microsoft Windows 95, Windows NT 4.0, and possibly others, allows remote attackers to reset connections by forcing a reset (RST) via a PSH ACK or other means, obtaining the target's last sequence number from the resulting packet, then spoofing a reset to the target.