CVE-2000-1218 | Microsoft Windows 98/XP/NT 4.0/2000 Domain Name Resolver QueryIpMatching authentication spoofing (VU#458659 / XFDB-4280)
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Microsoft Windows 98/XP/NT 4.0/2000. Affected is an unknown function of the component Domain Name Resolver. Executing a manipulation of the argument QueryIpMatching with the input 0 can lead to authentication bypass by spoofing.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2000-1218. The attack may be launched remotely. There is no exploit available. This vulnerability is notable in history due to its background and the response it received.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.