CVE-2002-0720
First published: Thu Sep 05 2002(Updated: )
A handler routine for the Network Connection Manager (NCM) in Windows 2000 allows local users to gain privileges via a complex attack that causes the handler to run in the LocalSystem context with user-specified code.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows Terminal Services | ||
| Microsoft Windows Terminal Services | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Terminal Services | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Terminal Services | =sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0720?
CVE-2002-0720 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0720?
To fix CVE-2002-0720, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Windows 2000.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0720?
CVE-2002-0720 affects users of Microsoft Windows 2000 and its terminal services across various service pack versions.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2002-0720?
CVE-2002-0720 can be exploited through a complex local attack that allows unauthorized code to run in the LocalSystem context.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2002-0720?
There are no reliable workarounds for CVE-2002-0720; the best mitigation is to apply the recommended updates.
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