Description
Windows XP with fast user switching and account lockout enabled allows local users to deny user account access by setting the fast user switch to the same user (self) multiple times, which causes other accounts to be locked out.
Products
- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Gold Professional
- Microsoft Windows XP (gold) Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional Gold
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3 Home Edition
Questions to Ask Vendors
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2001-1570, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2001-1570 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions
- Check out the advisory links provided below.
References