What is the severity of CVE-2002-0974?

CVE-2002-0974 is considered to have a moderate severity rating due to its potential for remote file deletion.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0974?

To fix CVE-2002-0974, it is recommended to apply any available security patches for Windows XP or to disable the Help and Support Center feature.

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2002-0974?

CVE-2002-0974 specifically affects the gold version of Microsoft Windows XP.

Can CVE-2002-0974 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2002-0974 can be exploited remotely by attackers utilizing the hcp: protocol.

What impact does CVE-2002-0974 have on system security?

The impact of CVE-2002-0974 includes the unauthorized deletion of arbitrary files, which can compromise system integrity.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2002-0974

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

24/9/2002

1/9/2004

8/8/2024

CVE-2002-0974

First published: Tue Sep 24 2002(Updated: )

Help and Support Center for Windows XP allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via a link to the hcp: protocol that accesses uplddrvinfo.htm.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows XP	=gold

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0974?
CVE-2002-0974 is considered to have a moderate severity rating due to its potential for remote file deletion.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0974?
To fix CVE-2002-0974, it is recommended to apply any available security patches for Windows XP or to disable the Help and Support Center feature.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2002-0974?
CVE-2002-0974 specifically affects the gold version of Microsoft Windows XP.
Can CVE-2002-0974 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0974 can be exploited remotely by attackers utilizing the hcp: protocol.
What impact does CVE-2002-0974 have on system security?
The impact of CVE-2002-0974 includes the unauthorized deletion of arbitrary files, which can compromise system integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0974?
CVE-2002-0974 is considered to have a moderate severity rating due to its potential for remote file deletion.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0974?
To fix CVE-2002-0974, it is recommended to apply any available security patches for Windows XP or to disable the Help and Support Center feature.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2002-0974?
CVE-2002-0974 specifically affects the gold version of Microsoft Windows XP.
Can CVE-2002-0974 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0974 can be exploited remotely by attackers utilizing the hcp: protocol.
What impact does CVE-2002-0974 have on system security?
The impact of CVE-2002-0974 includes the unauthorized deletion of arbitrary files, which can compromise system integrity.