What is the severity of CVE-2005-0545?

CVE-2005-0545 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass security restrictions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-0545?

To mitigate CVE-2005-0545, consider implementing stricter group policy settings and updating to a more secure operating system.

Who is affected by CVE-2005-0545?

CVE-2005-0545 affects users of Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 and Windows 2000 Server SP4 running Active Directory.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0545?

CVE-2005-0545 is a security vulnerability that allows local users to bypass group policies regulating access to hidden drives.

Can CVE-2005-0545 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2005-0545 is not a remote exploit but rather a local vulnerability that requires physical access to the system.

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CVE-2005-0545

high

7.2

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

25/2/2005

7/8/2024

CVE-2005-0545

First published: Fri Feb 25 2005(Updated: )

Microsoft Windows XP Pro SP2 and Windows 2000 Server SP4 running Active Directory allow local users to bypass group policies that restrict access to hidden drives by using the browse feature in Office 10 applications such as Word or Excel, or using a flash drive. NOTE: this issue has been disputed in a followup post.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows XP	=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 2000	=sp4
Microsoft Windows 2000	=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2000	=sp3

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What is the severity of CVE-2005-0545?
CVE-2005-0545 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass security restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0545?
To mitigate CVE-2005-0545, consider implementing stricter group policy settings and updating to a more secure operating system.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-0545?
CVE-2005-0545 affects users of Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 and Windows 2000 Server SP4 running Active Directory.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0545?
CVE-2005-0545 is a security vulnerability that allows local users to bypass group policies regulating access to hidden drives.
Can CVE-2005-0545 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2005-0545 is not a remote exploit but rather a local vulnerability that requires physical access to the system.

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