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CVE-2000-1085

First published: Tue Jan 09 2001(Updated: )

The xp_peekqueue function in Microsoft SQL Server 2000 and SQL Server Desktop Engine (MSDE) does not properly restrict the length of a buffer before calling the srv_paraminfo function in the SQL Server API for Extended Stored Procedures (XP), which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary commands, aka the "Extended Stored Procedure Parameter Parsing" vulnerability.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft SQL Server=7.0
Microsoft SQL Server Data Engine (MSDE)=1.0
Microsoft SQL Server=2000
Microsoft SQL Server Data Engine (MSDE)=2000

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2000-1085?

    CVE-2000-1085 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for denial of service attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2000-1085?

    To fix CVE-2000-1085, it's recommended to apply the latest patches or updates provided by Microsoft for SQL Server 2000 and MSDE.

  • What are the affected versions by CVE-2000-1085?

    CVE-2000-1085 affects Microsoft SQL Server 7.0, SQL Server 2000, and Microsoft Data Engine versions 1.0 and 2000.

  • What type of attack can CVE-2000-1085 enable?

    CVE-2000-1085 can enable attackers to perform denial of service attacks, disrupting the availability of SQL Server or MSDE.

  • Is CVE-2000-1085 related to buffer overflow issues?

    Yes, CVE-2000-1085 is related to improper buffer length restrictions that can lead to vulnerabilities in buffer management.

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