CVE-2005-0944: High severity Microsoft jet vulnerability
Published Apr 3, 2005
·Updated
Unknown vulnerability in Microsoft Jet DB engine (msjet40.dll) 4.00.8618.0, related to insufficient data validation, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted mdb file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Microsoft jet<=4.0.8618.0
Event History
Apr 3, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0944?
CVE-2005-0944 is considered to have high severity due to the risk of remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-0944?
To fix CVE-2005-0944, you should upgrade Microsoft Jet DB engine to a version later than 4.0.8618.0.
3
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2005-0944?
CVE-2005-0944 can be exploited through crafted MDB files that allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2005-0944?
CVE-2005-0944 affects Microsoft Jet DB engine version 4.0.8618.0 and earlier.
5
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2005-0944?
A workaround for CVE-2005-0944 is to avoid opening untrusted MDB files.