CVE-2000-0168
First published: Sat Mar 04 2000(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows 9x operating systems allow an attacker to cause a denial of service via a pathname that includes file device names, aka the "DOS Device in Path Name" vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 98SE | ||
| Microsoft Windows 95 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 98 | =gold | |
| =gold | ||
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=NCBBKFKDOLAGKIAPMILPCENECCAA.labs@ussrback.com
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/advisory.html?id=2126
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1043
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=NCBBKFKDOLAGKIAPMILPCENECCAA.labs%40ussrback.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0168?
CVE-2000-0168 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How does the CVE-2000-0168 vulnerability work?
CVE-2000-0168 allows attackers to exploit file device names in path names to disrupt system operations.
Which versions of Microsoft Windows are affected by CVE-2000-0168?
CVE-2000-0168 affects Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows 98SE.
How can I mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2000-0168?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0168, it is advisable to avoid using unsupported Windows versions or implement network security measures.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2000-0168?
There is no patch available for CVE-2000-0168 as it pertains to outdated and unsupported Windows operating systems.
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