CVE-2005-0044: Input Validation
First published: Mon May 02 2005(Updated: )
The OLE component in Windows 98, 2000, XP, and Server 2003, and Exchange Server 5.0 through 2003, does not properly validate the lengths of messages for certain OLE data, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, aka the "Input Validation Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Exchange Server | =5.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =web | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =enterprise | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =enterprise_64-bit | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 98SE | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows Me | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =standard | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 98 | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/927889
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-039A.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19109
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A4499
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3568
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2917
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1180
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-012
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0044?
CVE-2005-0044 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0044?
To fix CVE-2005-0044, apply the latest security patches and updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows and Exchange Server.
Which software is affected by CVE-2005-0044?
CVE-2005-0044 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 98, 2000, XP, and Server 2003, as well as Exchange Server versions 5.0 through 2003.
Can CVE-2005-0044 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-0044 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code without local access.
What types of attacks could leverage CVE-2005-0044?
CVE-2005-0044 could be leveraged in attacks that involve sending specially crafted messages that exploit the input validation vulnerability in the OLE component.
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