CVE-2002-2028
First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )
The screensaver on Windows NT 4.0, 2000, XP, and 2002 does not verify if a domain account has already been locked when a valid password is provided, which makes it easier for users with physical access to conduct brute force password guessing.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp5 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp6a | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp5 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp6a | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp5 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp6a | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp5 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0-sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-2028?
CVE-2002-2028 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the ease of physical access exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2002-2028?
To fix CVE-2002-2028, ensure that screensavers are configured to require a password and limit physical access to workstations.
What systems are affected by CVE-2002-2028?
CVE-2002-2028 affects Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and their various service pack versions.
What type of attack can CVE-2002-2028 facilitate?
CVE-2002-2028 can facilitate brute force password guessing attacks when a user has physical access to the device.
Is CVE-2002-2028 still relevant today?
While CVE-2002-2028 primarily affects older operating systems, understanding its implications is important for legacy system management.
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