CVE-2005-1984: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Aug 10 2005(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the Print Spooler service (Spoolsv.exe) for Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious message.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-221A.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/16356/
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/220821
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14514
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1014638
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A256
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1405
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1045
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A100077
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-043
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1984?
CVE-2005-1984 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1984?
To fix CVE-2005-1984, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for your affected operating system.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2005-1984?
CVE-2005-1984 affects Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP (SP1 and SP2), and Windows Server 2003.
Can CVE-2005-1984 result in data loss?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2005-1984 can potentially lead to data loss if an attacker executes malicious code.
Is CVE-2005-1984 still a threat today?
While CVE-2005-1984 primarily impacts outdated systems, it poses a threat to any unpatched vulnerable installations.
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