CVE-2006-2334 describes a vulnerability in the RtlDosPathNameToNtPathName_U API function within NTDLL.DLL, affecting Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 and XP SP2. This flaw prevents proper conversion of DOS-style paths with trailing spaces to NT-style paths. An attacker could exploit this locally to create inaccessible files or obstruct access to legitimate files, potentially evading detection by antivirus software. While no active exploitation is noted, a public exploit (EDB-27851) exists, yet community discussion and media coverage remain minimal.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
All Versions ImpactedCPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_2000:*:sp4:*:fr:*:*:*:* | ||
All Versions ImpactedCPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp2:tablet_pc:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
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