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CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2004-0569

First published: Sat Oct 16 2004(Updated: )

The RPC Runtime Library for Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 allows remote attackers to read active memory or cause a denial of service (system crash) via a malicious message, possibly related to improper length values.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0569?

    CVE-2004-0569 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and allow remote memory access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0569?

    To mitigate CVE-2004-0569, it is recommended to upgrade to a supported version of Windows, as Microsoft no longer provides patches for Windows NT 4.0.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0569?

    CVE-2004-0569 specifically affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 operating systems.

  • What types of attacks exploit CVE-2004-0569?

    CVE-2004-0569 can be exploited via specially crafted RPC messages that can lead to information disclosure or system crashes.

  • Is CVE-2004-0569 still a concern for current systems?

    CVE-2004-0569 is mostly a concern for legacy systems still running Windows NT 4.0, which may still be in use in certain environments.

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