CVE-2002-1230

CVE-2002-1230 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2000 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

NetDDE Agent on Windows NT 4.0, 4.0 Terminal Server Edition, Windows 2000, and Windows XP allows local users to execute arbitrary code as LocalSystem via "shatter" style attack by sending a WM_COPYDATA message followed by a WM_TIMER message, as demonstrated by GetAd, aka "Flaw in Windows WM_TIMER Message Handling Could Enable Privilege Elevation."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1230?
NetDDE Agent on Windows NT 4.0, 4.0 Terminal Server Edition, Windows 2000, and Windows XP allows local users to execute arbitrary code as LocalSystem via "shatter" style attack by sending a WM_COPYDATA message followed by a WM_TIMER message, as demonstrated by GetAd, aka "Flaw in Windows WM_TIMER Message Handling Could Enable Privilege Elevation."
How severe is CVE-2002-1230?
CVE-2002-1230 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-1230 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1230?
CVE-2002-1230 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 2000. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1230?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-1230 published?
CVE-2002-1230 was published on 2002-11-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

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