CVE-1999-0975: The Windows help system can allow a local user to execute commands as another user by editing a table of contents metafi

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:52.005Z

Summary

The Windows help system can allow a local user to execute commands as another user by editing a table of contents metafile with a .CNT extension and modifying the topic action to include the commands to be executed when the .hlp file is accessed.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:52.005Z · Confidence: high

Impact

Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.

Affected Software

Fix

Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.

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