What is the severity of CVE-2000-1128?

CVE-2000-1128 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for local users to exploit the vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2000-1128?

To fix CVE-2000-1128, ensure that the ImagePath variable is properly quoted in the configuration settings.

Who is affected by CVE-2000-1128?

CVE-2000-1128 affects users of McAfee VirusScan 4.5 with its default configuration.

What is the impact of CVE-2000-1128?

The impact of CVE-2000-1128 allows local users to execute a Trojan horse program by manipulating the application’s search path.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-1128?

A possible workaround for CVE-2000-1128 is to change the default configuration of the application to secure the ImagePath variable.

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CVE-2000-1128

medium

4.6

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

9/1/2001

5/9/2008

CVE-2000-1128

First published: Tue Jan 09 2001(Updated: )

The default configuration of McAfee VirusScan 4.5 does not quote the ImagePath variable, which improperly sets the search path and allows local users to place a Trojan horse "common.exe" program in the C:\Program Files directory.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
McAfee VirusScan Plus	=4.5

Remedy

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/ntbugtraq/2000-q4/0073.html

Remedy

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1920

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-1128?
CVE-2000-1128 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for local users to exploit the vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1128?
To fix CVE-2000-1128, ensure that the ImagePath variable is properly quoted in the configuration settings.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-1128?
CVE-2000-1128 affects users of McAfee VirusScan 4.5 with its default configuration.
What is the impact of CVE-2000-1128?
The impact of CVE-2000-1128 allows local users to execute a Trojan horse program by manipulating the application’s search path.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-1128?
A possible workaround for CVE-2000-1128 is to change the default configuration of the application to secure the ImagePath variable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-1128?
CVE-2000-1128 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for local users to exploit the vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1128?
To fix CVE-2000-1128, ensure that the ImagePath variable is properly quoted in the configuration settings.
Who is affected by CVE-2000-1128?
CVE-2000-1128 affects users of McAfee VirusScan 4.5 with its default configuration.
What is the impact of CVE-2000-1128?
The impact of CVE-2000-1128 allows local users to execute a Trojan horse program by manipulating the application’s search path.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-1128?
A possible workaround for CVE-2000-1128 is to change the default configuration of the application to secure the ImagePath variable.