CVE Catalog

CVE-2000-1209

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The 'sa' account in Microsoft SQL Server 2000, SQL Server 7.0, and MSDE 1.0 is installed with a default null password, allowing remote attackers to gain privileges. This also affects third-party packages that use these products.

Risk Assessment

The lack of a password for the 'sa' account poses a serious security risk, enabling attackers to easily take control of the system. Exploitation of this vulnerability by malware can lead to significant security incidents.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately change the password for the 'sa' account to a strong and unique password and to monitor access to the systems. Consider restricting access to the 'sa' account to trusted users only.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The "sa" account is installed with a default null password on (1) Microsoft SQL Server 2000, (2) SQL Server 7.0, and (3) Data Engine (MSDE) 1.0, including third party packages that use these products such as (4) Tumbleweed Secure Mail (MMS) (5) Compaq Insight Manager, and (6) Visio 2000, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges, as exploited by worms such as Voyager Alpha Force and Spida.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS