CVE-2001-0241: Buffer Overflow

Published Jun 27, 2001
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Updated

Buffer overflow in Internet Printing ISAPI extension in Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via a long print request that is passed to the extension through IIS 5.0.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft Windows 2000

Remediation

Event History

Jun 27, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Sep 18, 2001
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0241?

CVE-2001-0241 is classified as critical due to the potential for remote attackers to gain root privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-0241?

To fix CVE-2001-0241, apply the latest security patches for Windows 2000 and consider disabling the Internet Printing ISAPI extension.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2001-0241?

CVE-2001-0241 affects users of Windows 2000 that have the Internet Printing ISAPI extension enabled.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2001-0241?

CVE-2001-0241 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited through IIS 5.0.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2001-0241?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2001-0241 to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on affected systems.

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