CVE-2003-0660: High severity Microsoft Windows 2000 vulnerability

Published Oct 17, 2003
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Updated

The Authenticode capability in Microsoft Windows NT through Server 2003 does not prompt the user to download and install ActiveX controls when the system is low on memory, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without user approval.

Affected Software

49 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=enterprise
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=enterprise_64-bit
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=r2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=r2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=standard
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=web
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6a
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6a
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6a
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP=gold
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1

Event History

Oct 17, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Nov 17, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0660?

CVE-2003-0660 is considered to have a high severity level due to the potential for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without user approval.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0660?

To fix CVE-2003-0660, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2003-0660?

CVE-2003-0660 affects several versions including Windows NT, Windows XP, and Windows 2003 Server, particularly those with specific service packs.

4

What attack vector is used in CVE-2003-0660?

CVE-2003-0660 is exploited through the Authenticode capability where low memory conditions bypass ActiveX control prompts.

5

Is user interaction required for CVE-2003-0660 exploitation?

No, CVE-2003-0660 does not require user interaction for exploitation, as it allows for code execution without user approval.

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