CVE-2000-0946 Security feature bypass in n/a
Attackers can bypass screen lock to execute programs or gain privileges via Compaq Easy Access Keyboard custom buttons.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2000-0946?
CVE-2000-0946 is a medium-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Jan 2001. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Compaq Easy Access Keyboard software 1.3 does not properly disable access to custom buttons when the screen is locked, which could allow an attacker to gain privileges or execute programs without authorization.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2000-0946?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Compaq Easy Access Keyboard Software.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0946?
No fix has been published for CVE-2000-0946 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2000-0946 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2000-0946 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-vvw3-w5g2-3864.