What is the severity of CVE-2000-0402?

CVE-2000-0402 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the exposure of sensitive credentials.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0402?

To fix CVE-2000-0402, users should upgrade to a newer version of Microsoft SQL Server that does not store the 'sa' account password in plaintext.

What versions of SQL Server are affected by CVE-2000-0402?

CVE-2000-0402 affects Microsoft SQL Server 7.0, including service packs SP1 and SP2.

What are the potential risks of CVE-2000-0402?

The potential risks of CVE-2000-0402 include unauthorized access to the SQL Server by exposing the 'sa' password to any user with access to the log file.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-0402?

Disabling Mixed Mode authentication can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2000-0402 until the software is upgraded.

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CVE-2000-0402

low

2.1

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

30/5/2000

12/7/2000

3/4/2025

CVE-2000-0402

First published: Tue May 30 2000(Updated: )

The Mixed Mode authentication capability in Microsoft SQL Server 7.0 stores the System Administrator (sa) account in plaintext in a log file which is readable by any user, aka the "SQL Server 7.0 Service Pack Password" vulnerability.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft SQL Server	=7.0-sp1
Microsoft SQL Server	=7.0
Microsoft SQL Server	=7.0-sp2
	=7.0
	=7.0-sp1
	=7.0-sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0402?
CVE-2000-0402 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the exposure of sensitive credentials.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0402?
To fix CVE-2000-0402, users should upgrade to a newer version of Microsoft SQL Server that does not store the 'sa' account password in plaintext.
What versions of SQL Server are affected by CVE-2000-0402?
CVE-2000-0402 affects Microsoft SQL Server 7.0, including service packs SP1 and SP2.
What are the potential risks of CVE-2000-0402?
The potential risks of CVE-2000-0402 include unauthorized access to the SQL Server by exposing the 'sa' password to any user with access to the log file.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-0402?
Disabling Mixed Mode authentication can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2000-0402 until the software is upgraded.

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