Vulnerability Description
The installation for Windows 2000 does not activate the Administrator password until the system has rebooted, which allows remote attackers to connect to the ADMIN$ share without a password until the reboot occurs.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/990
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=20000215155750.M4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/990
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=20000215155750.M4
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0222?
CVE-2000-0222 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The installation for Windows 2000 does not activate the Administrator password until the system has rebooted, which allows remote attackers to connect to the ADMIN$ share without a password until the ...
How severe is CVE-2000-0222?
CVE-2000-0222 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0222?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000.