CVE-2005-0803
First published: Sun Mar 20 2005(Updated: )
The GetEnhMetaFilePaletteEntries API in GDI32.DLL in Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted Enhanced Metafile (EMF) file that causes invalid (1) end, (2) emreof, or (3) palent offsets to be used, aka "Enhanced Metafile Vulnerability."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How 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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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12834
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14631
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015168
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/134756
- http://www.osvdb.org/20580
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2005-228.pdf
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17461
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17223
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-312A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2348
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=111108743527497&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19727
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A671
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1240
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1215
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1152
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1121
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-053
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0803?
CVE-2005-0803 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service by causing application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0803?
To fix CVE-2005-0803, it is recommended to apply security patches or upgrades provided by Microsoft for Windows 2000.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2005-0803?
CVE-2005-0803 affects various versions of Windows 2000, including service packs 1 through 4.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-0803 facilitate?
CVE-2005-0803 enables remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack through crafted Enhanced Metafile files.
Can CVE-2005-0803 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-0803 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted Enhanced Metafile files to the target system.
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