Vulnerability Description
A handler routine for the Network Connection Manager (NCM) in Windows 2000 allows local users to gain privileges via a complex attack that causes the handler to run in the LocalSystem context with user-specified code.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 Terminal Services | All versions |
References
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9856.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5480
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-04
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9856.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5480
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-04
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2002-0720?
CVE-2002-0720 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). A handler routine for the Network Connection Manager (NCM) in Windows 2000 allows local users to gain privileges via a complex attack that causes the handler to run in the LocalSystem context with use...
How severe is CVE-2002-0720?
CVE-2002-0720 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0720?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 2000 Terminal Services.