Microsoft Visual Studio .NET (Korean version) includes a Nimda-infected file

vsnet-korean-nimda-file (9362) The risk level is classified as LowLow Risk

Description:

The Korean version of Microsoft Visual Studio .NET is shipped with Microsoft Application Center Test (ACT). One of the ACT Help files contains a Nimda-infected file. It may be possible for a malicious user with sufficient privileges to use this vulnerability to activate the virus.


Consequences:

Other

Remedy:

Apply the latest update for this vulnerability, as listed in Microsoft Technical Article Q323302. See References.

References:

  • Microsoft Technical Article Q323302: PRB: Inert Virus Found in Korean Language Version of Visual Studio .NET .
  • BID-5012: Microsoft Visual Studio .NET Korean Version Nimda Infected File Vulnerability
  • CVE-1999-0660: A hacker utility, back door, or Trojan Horse is installed on a system, e.g. NetBus, Back Orifice, Rootkit, etc.

Platforms Affected:

  • Microsoft Visual Studio .NET ko

Reported:

Jun 13, 2002

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