CVE-2003-0605: High severity Microsoft Windows 2000 vulnerability
The RPC DCOM interface in Windows 2000 SP3 and SP4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash), and local attackers to use the DoS to hijack the epmapper pipe to gain privileges, via certain messages to the RemoteGetClassObject interface that cause a NULL pointer to be passed to the PerformScmStage function.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0605?
CVE-2003-0605 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to remote denial of service and potential privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0605?
To fix CVE-2003-0605, it's recommended to apply the latest security patches from Microsoft for Windows 2000.
What software is affected by CVE-2003-0605?
CVE-2003-0605 affects Windows 2000 operating systems, specifically service packs 1 to 4.
Can CVE-2003-0605 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0605 can be exploited by remote attackers causing denial of service.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2003-0605?
Yes, there are known exploits that can take advantage of CVE-2003-0605 to initiate denial of service attacks.