CVE-2001-0543
First published: Thu Sep 20 2001(Updated: )
Memory leak in NNTP service in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of malformed posts.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =2000 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0543?
CVE-2001-0543 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a memory leak in the NNTP service.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0543?
To address CVE-2001-0543, ensure you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000.
Who is affected by CVE-2001-0543?
CVE-2001-0543 affects users running Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, and Microsoft Exchange Server 2000.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2001-0543?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2001-0543 to perform denial of service attacks by sending a large number of malformed posts to the NNTP service.
When was CVE-2001-0543 disclosed?
CVE-2001-0543 was disclosed in the year 2001.
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