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Possible GDI+ compromise

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Logs in as user 'X' with no password

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

It was possible to log into the remote host with the login 'X' and
a blank password.

A widely available exploit, using one of the vulnerabilities described
in the Microsoft Bulletin MS04-028 creates such an account. This probably
mean that the remote host has been compromised by the use of this exploit.

See also : http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS04-028.mspx
Solution : Re-install this host, as it has been compromised
Network Security Threat Level: Critical

Networks Security ID:

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