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CVE-2001-1519

UnknownEPSS 5.99%

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CVE-2001-1519 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. RunAs (runas.exe) in Windows 2000 allows local users to create a spoofed named pipe when the service is stopped, then capture cleartext usernames and passwords when clients connect to the service. NOTE: the vendor disputes this issue, saying that administrative privileges are already required to exploit it. EPSS estimates a 5.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

RunAs (runas.exe) in Windows 2000 allows local users to create a spoofed named pipe when the service is stopped, then capture cleartext usernames and passwords when clients connect to the service. NOTE: the vendor disputes this issue, saying that administrative privileges are already required to exploit it

Metrics

EPSS Probability
5.99%

92.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows 2000All versions

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1519?
RunAs (runas.exe) in Windows 2000 allows local users to create a spoofed named pipe when the service is stopped, then capture cleartext usernames and passwords when clients connect to the service. NOTE: the vendor disputes this issue, saying that administrative privileges are already required to exploit it
How severe is CVE-2001-1519?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1519 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1519?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST