First published: Thu Oct 06 2005(Updated: )
The LDAP client on Microsoft Windows 2000 before Update Rollup 1 for SP4 accepts certificates using LDAP Secure Sockets Layer (LDAPS) even when the Certificate Authority (CA) is not trusted, which could allow attackers to trick users into believing that they are accessing a trusted site.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 |
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CVE-2005-3170 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
To mitigate CVE-2005-3170, it is recommended to apply Update Rollup 1 for Service Pack 4 on Microsoft Windows 2000.
CVE-2005-3170 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4.
CVE-2005-3170 poses a risk of certificate spoofing, potentially leading users to believe they are on trusted sites.
CVE-2005-3170 was reported in 2005.