CVE-2001-0508
First published: Thu Sep 20 2001(Updated: )
Vulnerability in IIS 5.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (restart) via a long, invalid WebDAV request.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) | =5.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0508?
CVE-2001-0508 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0508?
To mitigate CVE-2001-0508, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of Internet Information Services or implement firewall rules to block malicious WebDAV requests.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0508?
CVE-2001-0508 affects systems running Microsoft Internet Information Services version 5.0.
What type of attack leverages CVE-2001-0508?
CVE-2001-0508 can be exploited through a remote denial of service attack via a specially crafted long WebDAV request.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2001-0508?
There is no specific patch for CVE-2001-0508, but upgrading to a newer version of IIS is recommended for protection.
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