CVE Catalog
CVE-1999-0595
LowExploitation Probability (EPSS)
High risk2.48%
82th percentile — higher than 82% of all known CVEs
Summary
A Windows NT system does not clear the system page file during shutdown, which might allow sensitive information to be recorded.
Risk Assessment
The potential exposure of confidential data could lead to privacy breaches and security risks for the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to implement procedures that ensure the removal of sensitive data from the page file before system shutdown.
Original NVD description (English source)
A Windows NT system does not clear the system page file during shutdown, which might allow sensitive information to be recorded.