Microsoft has released a patch that eliminates a security vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2000. The vulnerability could, under certain conditions, allow an attacker to gain complete control over an affected machine.
Frequently asked questions regarding this vulnerability and the patch can be found at http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/fq01-007.asp
Affected Software Versions
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
Patch Availability
http://www.microsoft.com/Downloads/Release.asp?ReleaseID=27526
Note: This patch can be installed on systems running Windows 2000 Gold, Service Pack 1, and Service Pack 2. It will be included in Service Pack 3.
Frequently asked questions regarding this vulnerability and the patch can be found at http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/fq01-007.asp
Affected Software Versions
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
Patch Availability
http://www.microsoft.com/Downloads/Release.asp?ReleaseID=27526
Note: This patch can be installed on systems running Windows 2000 Gold, Service Pack 1, and Service Pack 2. It will be included in Service Pack 3.