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CVE-2002-0444

7.5 · HIGH

Microsoft Windows 2000 running the Terminal Server 90-day trial version, and possibly other versions, does not apply group policies to incoming users when the number of connections to the SYSVOL sh…

Published Jul 26, 2002microsoftEPSS 12.02%

Overview

CVE-2002-0444 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_2000_terminal_services. It was published on July 26, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Microsoft Windows 2000 running the Terminal Server 90-day trial version, and possibly other versions, does not apply group policies to incoming users when the number of connections to the SYSVOL share exceeds the maximum, e.g. with a maximum number of licenses, which can allow remote authenticated users to bypass group policies.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_2000_terminal_services to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-0444?

CVE-2002-0444 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_2000_terminal_services. It was published on July 26, 2002 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2002-0444?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2002-0444?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_2000_terminal_services to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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