CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-0048

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The 'Configure Your Server' tool in Microsoft 2000 domain controllers installs a blank password for the Directory Service Restore Mode, allowing attackers with physical access to the controller to install malicious programs.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain control over the system, posing a serious threat to data security within the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to configure a strong password for the Directory Service Restore Mode and to restrict physical access to domain controllers.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The "Configure Your Server" tool in Microsoft 2000 domain controllers installs a blank password for the Directory Service Restore Mode, which allows attackers with physical access to the controller to install malicious programs, aka the "Directory Service Restore Mode Password" vulnerability.

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