CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0051

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Windows 2000 allows local users to prevent the application of new group policy settings by opening Group Policy files with exclusive-read access.

Risk Assessment

The ability to block the application of new group policies may lead to unauthorized changes in system configuration, increasing security risks.

Recommendation

It is recommended to monitor access to group policy files and restrict local user permissions to prevent manipulation.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Windows 2000 allows local users to prevent the application of new group policy settings by opening Group Policy files with exclusive-read access.

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