CVE-2003-0812: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Nov 18 2003(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in a logging function for Windows Workstation Service (WKSSVC.DLL) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via RPC calls that cause long entries to be written to a debug log file ("NetSetup.LOG"), as demonstrated using the NetAddAlternateComputerName API.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/567620
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9011
- http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/707/cisco-sa-20040129-ms03-049.shtml
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2003-28.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=106859247713009&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=106865197102041&w=2
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A575
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A331
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2003/ms03-049
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0812?
CVE-2003-0812 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0812?
To mitigate CVE-2003-0812, ensure that the affected Windows systems are updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2003-0812?
CVE-2003-0812 affects various versions of Windows 2000 and Windows XP, specifically those with certain service packs or editions.
How does CVE-2003-0812 exploit the system?
CVE-2003-0812 exploits the system through a stack-based buffer overflow in the logging function of the Windows Workstation Service.
Can CVE-2003-0812 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0812 can be exploited remotely via RPC calls that manipulate log file entries.
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