CVE-2003-0226
First published: Fri May 30 2003(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 5.0 and 5.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a long WebDAV request with a (1) PROPFIND or (2) SEARCH method, which generates an error condition that is not properly handled.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) | =5.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2003-05/0308.html
- http://www.spidynamics.com/iis_alert.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=105427362724860&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=105421243732552&w=2
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A933
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2003/ms03-018
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0226?
CVE-2003-0226 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can significantly impact the availability of affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0226?
To mitigate CVE-2003-0226, it is recommended to upgrade to a supported version of Microsoft Internet Information Services or implement firewall rules to block malicious WebDAV requests.
What versions of IIS are affected by CVE-2003-0226?
CVE-2003-0226 specifically affects Microsoft Internet Information Services 5.0 and 5.1.
Can CVE-2003-0226 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0226 can be exploited remotely by attackers who send specially crafted WebDAV requests.
What impact does CVE-2003-0226 have on a web server?
The exploitation of CVE-2003-0226 can lead to a denial of service, rendering the web server unresponsive to legitimate requests.
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