7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2004-0726

First published: Fri Jul 23 2004(Updated: )

The Windows Media Player control in Microsoft Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary script in the local computer zone via an ASX filename that contains javascript, which is executed in the local context in a preview panel.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0726?

    CVE-2004-0726 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote script execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0726?

    To mitigate CVE-2004-0726, ensure that Windows Media Player is updated to the latest version available for Windows 2000.

  • What are the affected versions in CVE-2004-0726?

    CVE-2004-0726 affects all versions of Microsoft Windows 2000, including Service Packs 1 through 4.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2004-0726 allow?

    CVE-2004-0726 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the local context of a user’s computer.

  • Is CVE-2004-0726 specific to a particular software component?

    Yes, CVE-2004-0726 specifically targets the Windows Media Player control within Microsoft Windows 2000.

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