CVE-2005-0545: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-0545: Microsoft Windows XP Pro SP2 and Windows 2000 Server SP4 running Active Directory allow local users to bypa...

Microsoft Windows XP Pro SP2 and Windows 2000 Server SP4 running Active Directory allow local users to bypass group policies that restrict access to hidden drives by using the browse feature in Office 10 applications such as Word or Excel, or using a flash drive. NOTE: this issue has been disputed in a followup post.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is a reported policy-bypass issue in legacy Microsoft Windows environments where hidden-drive Group Policy restrictions could allegedly be bypassed through Office 10 file browsing or removable media. It requires local user access and was disputed shortly after disclosure, so business urgency depends on whether similar controls are still relied upon. Exposure is most plausible in legacy Active Directory environments using hidden-drive policies as a control on Windows XP Pro SP2 or Windows 2000 Server SP4 systems. The source bundle does not establish impact on newer Windows versions or other Office releases. Treat this as low-confidence legacy risk, not an emergency. The practical concern is governance: hidden UI restrictions are weak protection if legacy systems still store sensitive data. Validate whether these platforms or policies remain in use. Mitigation focus: Check Microsoft and environment-specific guidance before changing policy design.; Do not rely on hidden-drive policies as the only access control.; Review file and share permissions protecting sensitive locations..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 23:55 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 25, 2005, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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