CVE-2003-0907
First published: Fri Apr 16 2004(Updated: )
Help and Support Center in Microsoft Windows XP SP1 does not properly validate HCP URLs, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via quotation marks in an hcp:// URL, which are not quoted when constructing the argument list to HelpCtr.exe.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA04-104A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/260588
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-April/020065.html
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-114.shtml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10119
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=100&type=vulnerabilities
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=108196864221676&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15704
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A904
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1000
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2004/ms04-011
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0907?
CVE-2003-0907 is considered to have a high severity level due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2003-0907?
CVE-2003-0907 affects Microsoft Windows XP SP1 and certain versions of Windows Server 2003.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0907?
To fix CVE-2003-0907, apply the latest security patches from Microsoft for affected operating systems.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2003-0907?
CVE-2003-0907 is a vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed hcp:// URL.
Can CVE-2003-0907 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0907 can be exploited remotely if a user interacts with a malicious hcp:// URL.
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