CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-0545

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows XP Pro SP2 and Windows 2000 Server SP4 with Active Directory allows local users to bypass group policies restricting access to hidden drives. The attack can be performed using the browse feature in Office 10 applications such as Word or Excel, or by using a flash drive.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential unauthorized access to hidden resources, which could lead to data leakage or violation of organizational security policies.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update systems to the latest versions and implement additional security measures, such as blocking Office applications from accessing hidden drives via group policies.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Microsoft Windows XP Pro SP2 and Windows 2000 Server SP4 running Active Directory allow local users to bypass group policies that restrict access to hidden drives by using the browse feature in Office 10 applications such as Word or Excel, or using a flash drive. NOTE: this issue has been disputed in a followup post.

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