CVE-2001-0241: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 27, 2001
·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
Patch Available
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.