CVE-2003-0662: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Oct 17 2003(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Troubleshooter ActiveX Control (Tshoot.ocx) in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an HTML document with a long argument to the RunQuery2 method.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/989932
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2003-q4/0015.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8833
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2003-27.html
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2003-October/012205.html
- http://marc.info/?l=ntbugtraq&m=106632192709608&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13423
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A237
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2003/ms03-042
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0662?
CVE-2003-0662 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0662?
To fix CVE-2003-0662, patch your Microsoft Windows 2000 installation with the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2003-0662?
CVE-2003-0662 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 with all service packs including SP1, SP2, SP3, and SP4.
Can CVE-2003-0662 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0662 can be exploited remotely through an HTML document that utilizes a vulnerable ActiveX control.
What is the primary impact of CVE-2003-0662?
The primary impact of CVE-2003-0662 is the execution of arbitrary code on the affected system by an attacker.
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