CVE-2001-0351: Low severity Microsoft Windows 2000 vulnerability
Published Jul 21, 2001
·Updated
Microsoft Windows 2000 telnet service allows a local user to make a certain system call that allows the user to terminate a Telnet session and cause a denial of service.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Windows 2000
Event History
Jul 21, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Sep 18, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0351?
CVE-2001-0351 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How does CVE-2001-0351 affect Microsoft Windows 2000?
CVE-2001-0351 allows a local user to terminate a Telnet session, causing a denial of service.
3
Can CVE-2001-0351 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2001-0351 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.
4
How do I fix CVE-2001-0351?
To fix CVE-2001-0351, apply the latest service packs and security updates for Microsoft Windows 2000.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2001-0351?
Disabling the Telnet service can act as a temporary workaround for CVE-2001-0351.