CVE-2002-0869
First published: Sat Nov 02 2002(Updated: )
Unknown vulnerability in the hosting process (dllhost.exe) for Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0 through 5.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by executing an out of process application that acquires LocalSystem privileges, aka "Out of Process Privilege Elevation."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Services | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) | =5.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10502.php
- http://www.li0n.pe.kr/eng/advisory/ms/iis_impersonation.txt
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0059.html
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/n-011.shtml
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103642839205574&w=2
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A983
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A930
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A929
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2002/ms02-062
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0869?
CVE-2002-0869 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote attackers to gain LocalSystem privileges.
How do I mitigate CVE-2002-0869?
Mitigation of CVE-2002-0869 involves applying all relevant security patches for Microsoft Internet Information Server versions 4.0 to 5.1.
What systems are impacted by CVE-2002-0869?
CVE-2002-0869 affects Microsoft Internet Information Server versions 4.0 and 5.0.
Can CVE-2002-0869 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2002-0869 can be exploited remotely by attackers to elevate their privileges.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2002-0869?
CVE-2002-0869 is an out of process privilege elevation vulnerability in the hosting process dllhost.exe.
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