CVE-2000-1164

CVE-2000-1164 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Att Winvnc with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

WinVNC installs the WinVNC3 registry key with permissions that give Special Access (read and modify) to the Everybody group, which allows users to read and modify sensitive information such as passwords and gain access to the system.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2000-1164?
WinVNC installs the WinVNC3 registry key with permissions that give Special Access (read and modify) to the Everybody group, which allows users to read and modify sensitive information such as passwords and gain access to the system.
How severe is CVE-2000-1164?
CVE-2000-1164 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2000-1164 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2000-1164?
CVE-2000-1164 primarily affects Att Winvnc. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2000-1164?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2000-1164 published?
CVE-2000-1164 was published on 2001-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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