CVE-2001-0324
First published: Wed Apr 04 2001(Updated: )
Windows 98 and Windows 2000 Java clients allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a Java applet that opens a large number of UDP sockets, which prevents the host from establishing any additional UDP connections, and possibly causes a crash.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 9x | =gold |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0324?
CVE-2001-0324 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability which can significantly disrupt network services.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0324?
To mitigate CVE-2001-0324, disable Java applet support or implement network controls to limit incoming UDP connections.
What systems are affected by CVE-2001-0324?
CVE-2001-0324 affects Microsoft Windows 98 Gold and Microsoft Windows 2000 systems.
What kind of attack does CVE-2001-0324 represent?
CVE-2001-0324 represents a remote denial of service attack that can cause system crashes and prevent additional UDP connections.
What is the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2001-0324?
Exploitation of CVE-2001-0324 can lead to system unresponsiveness and loss of network availability.
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