CVE-2002-0725
First published: Tue Aug 20 2002(Updated: )
NTFS file system in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 SP2 allows local attackers to hide file usage activities via a hard link to the target file, which causes the link to be recorded in the audit trail instead of the target file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Terminal Services using RDP | ||
| Microsoft Windows Terminal Services using RDP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Terminal Services using RDP | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0725?
CVE-2002-0725 is considered a moderate security vulnerability that can allow local attackers to evade audit trails.
How do I mitigate CVE-2002-0725?
Mitigation for CVE-2002-0725 involves updating to a more secure version of Windows that does not support this vulnerability.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2002-0725?
CVE-2002-0725 affects Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000, specifically SP1 and SP2 versions.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2002-0725?
Exploiting CVE-2002-0725 can allow local users to manipulate audit logs and conceal file access activity.
Can CVE-2002-0725 be used remotely?
No, CVE-2002-0725 requires local access to the affected system to exploit the vulnerability.
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