Authentication Bypass in File and Print Sharing Service of Microsoft Windows Products
CVE-2000-0979

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft

Vendor
CVE Published:
19 December 2000

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 19%

What is CVE-2000-0979?

The File and Print Sharing service in Microsoft Windows 95, 98, and Me is susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability. This flaw arises from improper password checking, allowing remote attackers to access shared resources by submitting a single-byte password that corresponds to the first character of the actual password, effectively circumventing access restrictions. This vulnerability can compromise the availability of sensitive files and the integrity of shared directories, exposing users to unauthorized access.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

EPSS Score

19% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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