CVE-2004-1049: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the LoadImage API of the USER32 Lib for Microsoft Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .bmp, .cur, .ico or .ani file with a large image size field, which leads to a buffer overflow, aka the "Cursor and Icon Format Handling Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows NT | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.xfocus.net/flashsky/icoExp/index.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-012A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/625856
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/p-094.shtml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12095
- http://www.osvdb.org/12623
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1012684
- http://secunia.com/advisories/13645
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110382891718076&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18668
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4671
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3355
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3220
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3097
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2956
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-002
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1049?
CVE-2004-1049 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1049?
To fix CVE-2004-1049, ensure that your Windows operating system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
What types of files are involved in CVE-2004-1049?
CVE-2004-1049 is involved with .bmp, .cur, .ico, and .ani files that exploit the LoadImage API.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2004-1049?
CVE-2004-1049 affects various Windows operating systems including Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows 2003 Server.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2004-1049?
Exploiting CVE-2004-1049 can lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system, posing a significant security risk.
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