MEDIUM · 5.0

CVE-2001-1571

The Remote Desktop client in Windows XP sends the most recent user account name in cleartext, which could allow remote attackers to obtain terminal server user account names via sniffing.

Vulnerability Description

The Remote Desktop client in Windows XP sends the most recent user account name in cleartext, which could allow remote attackers to obtain terminal server user account names via sniffing.

CVSS Score

5.0

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
NONE
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows XpAll versions

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2001-1571?

CVE-2001-1571 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The Remote Desktop client in Windows XP sends the most recent user account name in cleartext, which could allow remote attackers to obtain terminal server user account names via sniffing.

How severe is CVE-2001-1571?

CVE-2001-1571 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1571?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Xp.