CVE-2000-0155

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.2 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Feb 18, 2000
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
CWE ID 94

Summary

CVE-2000-0155 is a vulnerability affecting Windows NT systems. It permits local attackers to manipulate the autorun.inf file on non-removable media, causing the operating system to execute an alternate program instead of the default one when other users access a drive. This can lead to unintended software execution and potential security risks. Malicious actors can exploit this vulnerability by leaving infected media in shared workspaces or inserting it into targeted systems, posing a significant threat to data confidentiality and integrity.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows NT
  • Microsoft Windows 95
  • Microsoft Windows 98 Plus Pack

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft