MS02-035: Structured query language server installation process may leave passwords on system. (Microsoft: security alerts and advisories issued).(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
Information Systems Auditor, September, 2002
Issue
When installing structured query language (SQL) Server 7.0 (including MSDE 1.0), SQL Server 2000, or a service pack for SQL Server 7.0 or SQL Server 2000, the information provided for the install process is collected and stored in a setup file called setup.iss. The setup.iss file can then be used to automate the installation of additional SQL Server systems. SQL Server 2000 also includes the ability to record an unattended install to the setup.iss file without having to actually perform an installation. The administrator setting up the SOL Server can supply a password to the installation routine under the following circumstances:
* if the SOL Server is being set up in "Mixed Mode", a password for the SOL Server administrator (the "sa" account)...
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