CVE-2005-0059: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 13, 2005
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the Message Queuing component of Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted message.
Affected Software
17 affected components
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows 98SE
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows 98=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3
Event History
Apr 13, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0059?
CVE-2005-0059 has been rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-0059?
To fix CVE-2005-0059, Microsoft recommends applying the security updates provided in MS05-017.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-0059?
CVE-2005-0059 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP SP1 installations.
4
Can CVE-2005-0059 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-0059 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted message to the Message Queuing component.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2005-0059?
The potential impacts of CVE-2005-0059 include unauthorized access, data compromise, and system instability due to arbitrary code execution.