What is the severity of CVE-2002-0051?

CVE-2002-0051 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0051?

To fix CVE-2002-0051, ensure that proper permissions are set on Group Policy files to prevent exclusive-read access by local users.

What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0051?

CVE-2002-0051 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 systems.

Is CVE-2002-0051 still a concern today?

While CVE-2002-0051 pertains to an older operating system, any unpatched Windows 2000 systems remaining in use could still be at risk.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2002-0051

high

7.8

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 667

4/4/2002

25/6/2002

16/1/2025

CVE-2002-0051

First published: Thu Apr 04 2002(Updated: )

Windows 2000 allows local users to prevent the application of new group policy settings by opening Group Policy files with exclusive-read access.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 2000

Remedy

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-016

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0051?
CVE-2002-0051 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0051?
To fix CVE-2002-0051, ensure that proper permissions are set on Group Policy files to prevent exclusive-read access by local users.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0051?
CVE-2002-0051 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 systems.
What does CVE-2002-0051 allow users to do?
CVE-2002-0051 allows local users to prevent the application of new group policy settings.
Is CVE-2002-0051 still a concern today?
While CVE-2002-0051 pertains to an older operating system, any unpatched Windows 2000 systems remaining in use could still be at risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0051?
CVE-2002-0051 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0051?
To fix CVE-2002-0051, ensure that proper permissions are set on Group Policy files to prevent exclusive-read access by local users.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0051?
CVE-2002-0051 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 systems.
What does CVE-2002-0051 allow users to do?
CVE-2002-0051 allows local users to prevent the application of new group policy settings.
Is CVE-2002-0051 still a concern today?
While CVE-2002-0051 pertains to an older operating system, any unpatched Windows 2000 systems remaining in use could still be at risk.

CVE-2002-0051

Remedy

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Reference Links

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0051?

How do I fix CVE-2002-0051?

What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0051?

What does CVE-2002-0051 allow users to do?

Is CVE-2002-0051 still a concern today?

Company

Resources

Contact

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0051?

How do I fix CVE-2002-0051?

What systems are affected by CVE-2002-0051?

What does CVE-2002-0051 allow users to do?

Is CVE-2002-0051 still a concern today?