If everything else is neutral, brakes can definitely make a car unstable in poor traction. Put it in neutral, disable the ebrake, and lift each end checking each side for any rubbing beyond the normal light brushing. Rear drums are notorious for this, especially if snow & ice get packed in the works. Discs can do it too if the ebrake system is fouled.
You're probably already keeping it in a higher gear than normal, eh?
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