7.2
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0230

First published: Fri Jul 25 2003(Updated: )

Microsoft SQL Server 7, 2000, and MSDE allows local users to gain privileges by hijacking a named pipe during the authentication of another user, aka the "Named Pipe Hijacking" vulnerability.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft SQL Server Data Engine (MSDE)=1.0
Microsoft SQL Server=7.0
Microsoft SQL Server=7.0-sp1
Microsoft SQL Server=7.0-sp2
Microsoft SQL Server=7.0-sp3
Microsoft SQL Server=7.0-sp4
Microsoft SQL Server=2000
Microsoft SQL Server=2000
Microsoft SQL Server=2000-sp1
Microsoft SQL Server=2000-sp2
Microsoft SQL Server=2000-sp3
Microsoft SQL Server=2000-sp3a

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0230?

    CVE-2003-0230 has a medium severity level due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0230?

    To fix CVE-2003-0230, you should apply the patches provided by Microsoft relevant to the affected versions of SQL Server.

  • Which versions of SQL Server are affected by CVE-2003-0230?

    CVE-2003-0230 affects Microsoft SQL Server versions 7.0, 2000, and MSDE, particularly the specified service packs.

  • Is named pipe hijacking a common vulnerability type like CVE-2003-0230?

    Yes, named pipe hijacking is a known method of attacking local privilege escalation vulnerabilities.

  • Can CVE-2003-0230 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2003-0230 requires local access to exploit the vulnerability.

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