RESKIT: RshSvc Leaks Process Handles (159217)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.51
- Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4.0
- Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.51
- Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0
This article was previously published under Q159217 SYMPTOMS
When running the Remote Shell service from the Windows NT Resource Kit, you
may notice that after the service operates for a while, Windows NT is
unable to start any new process. For example, Windows NT is unable to
launch any new applications or the command shell from the server console.
CAUSE
The RSHSVC service is not freeing process handles correctly.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this problem, stop the Remote Shell service to free all used
handles and allow new processes to start.
STATUS
Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in Windows NT version 3.51 and
4.0. We are researching this problem and will post new information here in
the Microsoft Knowledge Base as it becomes available.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 8/8/2001 |
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| Keywords: | kbbug KB159217 |
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