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CVE-2005-0545

HIGH · CVSS 7.2 EPSS 1.83%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2005-05-02 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2. It affects Microsoft, Windows, Office.

CVE
CVE-2005-0545
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.2
EPSS
1.83%
Microsoft Windows Office

Original NVD Description

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.