CVE-2005-1983: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Aug 10 2005(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Plug and Play (PnP) service for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP Service Pack 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, and local users to gain privileges via a malicious application, as exploited by the Zotob (aka Mytob) worm.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-221A.html
- http://xforce.iss.net/xforce/alerts/id/202
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/998653
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/p-266.shtml
- http://www.securiteam.com/windowsntfocus/5YP0E00GKW.html
- http://www.frsirt.com/english/alerts/20050814.ZotobA.php
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2005-08/0384.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14513
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16372
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014640
- http://www.osvdb.org/18605
- http://www.hsc.fr/ressources/presentations/null_sessions/
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/1354
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/21602
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A783
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A497
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A474
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A267
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A160
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A100073
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-039
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1983?
CVE-2005-1983 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1983?
Fixing CVE-2005-1983 involves applying the latest security patches and updates provided by Microsoft for Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-1983?
CVE-2005-1983 affects users running Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP Service Pack 1.
What types of attacks exploit CVE-2005-1983?
CVE-2005-1983 can be exploited via crafted packets that trigger a stack-based buffer overflow.
Can local users exploit CVE-2005-1983?
Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2005-1983 to gain elevated privileges through malicious applications.
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