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CVE-2004-0900

First published: Wed Dec 15 2004(Updated: )

The DHCP Server service for Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Server and Terminal Server Edition does not properly validate the length of certain messages, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed DHCP message, aka the "DHCP Request Vulnerability."

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6a
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6a
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6a
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp4
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp1
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp6a
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp3
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp5
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0-sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-0900?

    CVE-2004-0900 has a high severity rating, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-0900?

    To fix CVE-2004-0900, it is recommended to apply the relevant security patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2004-0900?

    CVE-2004-0900 affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and its various service packs.

  • Can CVE-2004-0900 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2004-0900 can be exploited remotely through a malformed DHCP message.

  • What impact does CVE-2004-0900 have on my system?

    CVE-2004-0900 can lead to unauthorized access and control of systems running the vulnerable DHCP Server service.

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