CVE-2004-0572: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Oct 16 2004(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the Windows Program Group Converter (grpconv.exe) may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a shell: URL with a long filename and a .grp extension, which is not properly handled when the shell capability launches grpconv.exe.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Groove |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-07/0290.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/543864
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10677
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/17662
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16664
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4493
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4244
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3822
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3768
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3071
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2753
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1843
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1837
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1279
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2004/ms04-037
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0572?
CVE-2004-0572 is considered to be of high severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0572?
To fix CVE-2004-0572, users should apply relevant security patches provided by Microsoft for the grpconv.exe component.
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-0572?
CVE-2004-0572 affects Microsoft Grpconv versions that handle long filenames with a .grp extension.
Is CVE-2004-0572 still a risk today?
While CVE-2004-0572 is an older vulnerability, it may still pose a risk on outdated systems that have not been patched.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2004-0572?
CVE-2004-0572 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted shell: URL.
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