CVE-2000-0232: Low severity Microsoft Terminal Server vulnerability
Microsoft TCP/IP Printing Services, aka Print Services for Unix, allows an attacker to cause a denial of service via a malformed TCP/IP print request.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
Microsoft TCP/IP Printing Services (Print Services for Unix)from your environment.Uninstall or remove the Microsoft TCP/IP Printing Services (Print Services for Unix) component from systems where it is not required.
- Configuration
Disable the Microsoft TCP/IP Printing Services (Print Services for Unix) service on affected systems if it is not required.
Microsoft TCP/IP Printing Services (Print Services for Unix) service_enabled = false - Compensating control
Restrict network access to the TCP/IP printing service (Print Services for Unix) using firewall rules, ACLs, or network segmentation so that only trusted hosts can send print requests.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0232?
CVE-2000-0232 has a denial of service (DoS) impact, allowing an attacker to disrupt the TCP/IP printing services.
Which software is affected by CVE-2000-0232?
CVE-2000-0232 affects Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, and Microsoft Windows 2000 Terminal Services.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0232?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0232, apply the relevant security update provided by Microsoft for your affected operating system.
What is the nature of the attack in CVE-2000-0232?
The attack in CVE-2000-0232 involves sending a malformed TCP/IP print request that can lead to a denial of service.
Is CVE-2000-0232 still a concern today?
CVE-2000-0232 primarily affects outdated systems, but organizations still using them should be aware of the vulnerability to protect against potential exploitation.