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CVE-2002-0034

First published: Tue Feb 03 2004(Updated: )

The Microsoft CONVERT.EXE program, when used on Windows 2000 and Windows XP systems, does not apply the default NTFS permissions when converting a FAT32 file system, which could cause the conversion to produce a file system with less secure permissions than expected.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows XP=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0034?

    CVE-2002-0034 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to potential exposure of sensitive files with insufficient security permissions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0034?

    To fix CVE-2002-0034, ensure that after converting a FAT32 file system, you manually set the appropriate NTFS permissions on the files and directories.

  • Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2002-0034?

    CVE-2002-0034 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP systems.

  • What could happen if CVE-2002-0034 is exploited?

    If CVE-2002-0034 is exploited, it could result in files having less secure permissions, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2002-0034?

    There is no specific patch for CVE-2002-0034; however, following best practices for file permissions can mitigate the risk.

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