CVE-2004-0208
First published: Sat Oct 16 2004(Updated: )
The Virtual DOS Machine (VDM) subsystem of Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows local users to access kernel memory and gain privileges via a malicious program that modified some system structures in a way that is not properly validated by privileged operating system functions.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | =4.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold |
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Reference Links
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/910998
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=109772135404427&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17658
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16580
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4762
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4316
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3953
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3161
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1751
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2004/ms04-032
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0208?
CVE-2004-0208 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential to allow local users to access kernel memory and escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0208?
To mitigate CVE-2004-0208, it is recommended to update your system to a newer, supported version of Windows since the affected versions are no longer supported.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0208?
CVE-2004-0208 affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003.
Can CVE-2004-0208 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2004-0208 requires local access to the system, making remote exploitation not possible.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2004-0208?
Exploitation of CVE-2004-0208 could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive kernel memory and elevate their privileges on the affected system.
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