What is the severity of CVE-2001-0909?

CVE-2001-0909 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2001-0909?

To fix CVE-2001-0909, users should apply the latest security patches released by Microsoft for Windows XP.

What software is affected by CVE-2001-0909?

CVE-2001-0909 specifically affects the helpctr.exe program in Microsoft Windows XP Gold.

Can CVE-2001-0909 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2001-0909 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted hcp: URLs.

What is the main risk associated with CVE-2001-0909?

The main risk associated with CVE-2001-0909 is the possibility of attackers executing arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2001-0909

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 119

21/11/2001

1/9/2004

8/8/2024

CVE-2001-0909: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Nov 21 2001(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in helpctr.exe program in Microsoft Help Center for Windows XP allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long hcp: URL.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows XP	=gold

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0909?
CVE-2001-0909 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0909?
To fix CVE-2001-0909, users should apply the latest security patches released by Microsoft for Windows XP.
What software is affected by CVE-2001-0909?
CVE-2001-0909 specifically affects the helpctr.exe program in Microsoft Windows XP Gold.
Can CVE-2001-0909 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0909 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted hcp: URLs.
What is the main risk associated with CVE-2001-0909?
The main risk associated with CVE-2001-0909 is the possibility of attackers executing arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-0909?
CVE-2001-0909 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0909?
To fix CVE-2001-0909, users should apply the latest security patches released by Microsoft for Windows XP.
What software is affected by CVE-2001-0909?
CVE-2001-0909 specifically affects the helpctr.exe program in Microsoft Windows XP Gold.
Can CVE-2001-0909 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-0909 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted hcp: URLs.
What is the main risk associated with CVE-2001-0909?
The main risk associated with CVE-2001-0909 is the possibility of attackers executing arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.