CVE-2003-0227: Buffer Overflow

Published May 30, 2003
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Updated

The logging capability for unicast and multicast transmissions in the ISAPI extension for Microsoft Windows Media Services in Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and 2000, nsiislog.dll, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service in Internet Information Server (IIS) and execute arbitrary code via a certain network request.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0

Event History

May 30, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Jun 9, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0227?

CVE-2003-0227 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.

2

Which systems are affected by CVE-2003-0227?

CVE-2003-0227 affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 systems utilizing the ISAPI extension in Windows Media Services.

3

How can I fix CVE-2003-0227?

To mitigate CVE-2003-0227, apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected systems.

4

What kind of attacks can be executed using CVE-2003-0227?

CVE-2003-0227 allows remote attackers to perform denial of service attacks and potentially run arbitrary code on the target system.

5

Is CVE-2003-0227 still a relevant vulnerability today?

While CVE-2003-0227 was significant in its time, the affected software has since been deprecated, making it less of a concern for modern systems.

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