CVE-2000-0121: The Recycle Bin utility in Windows NT and Windows 2000 allows local users to read or modify files by creating a subdirec

Published n/a Updated 2026-08-21T04:30:55.518Z

Summary

The Recycle Bin utility in Windows NT and Windows 2000 allows local users to read or modify files by creating a subdirectory with the victim's SID in the recycler directory, aka the "Recycle Bin Creation" vulnerability.

Severity

UNKNOWN

Source Attribution

Source: NVD · Updated: 2026-08-21T04:30:55.518Z · Confidence: high

Impact

Based on CVSS vector: n/a — assess confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact via the official vector documentation.

Affected Software

Fix

Upgrade affected software to the fixed version identified above. Apply vendor patches and monitor advisories before exposed systems go unpatched.

References