CVE-2003-0503: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 4, 2003
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the ShellExecute API function of SHELL32.DLL in Windows 2000 before SP4 may allow attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a long third argument.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3
Event History
Jul 4, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Aug 7, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0503?
CVE-2003-0503 has a severity rating that can lead to denial of service or arbitrary code execution on affected systems.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0503?
To fix CVE-2003-0503, upgrade Windows 2000 to Service Pack 4 or later.
3
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2003-0503?
CVE-2003-0503 specifically affects Windows 2000 operating systems before Service Pack 4.
4
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2003-0503?
CVE-2003-0503 is associated with buffer overflow attacks exploiting the ShellExecute API in SHELL32.DLL.
5
Is CVE-2003-0503 still a threat today?
CVE-2003-0503 is primarily a concern for legacy systems still running Windows 2000, which are no longer supported.