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CVE-2002-2077: The DCOM client in Windows 2000 before SP3 does not properly clear memory before sending an "alter context"...

The DCOM client in Windows 2000 before SP3 does not properly clear memory before sending an "alter context" request, which may allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the session.

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This is an old Windows 2000 DCOM client information leak. Before Service Pack 3, the client could send uncleared memory during a DCOM negotiation, potentially exposing sensitive data to someone able to observe the network session. Exposure is mainly legacy Windows 2000 systems before SP3 that still use DCOM on networks where traffic can be observed. Modern Windows systems are not identified as affected in the provided sources. Prioritize this only if legacy Windows 2000 remains in production or sensitive networks. The business issue is data exposure from obsolete systems, not a current mass-exploitation signal. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire any remaining Windows 2000 systems where possible.; Confirm any Windows 2000 host is at SP3 or later per vendor references.; Restrict DCOM exposure to trusted network segments only..

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