CVE-2005-1984: Buffer Overflow
Published 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.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=r2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 10, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1984?
CVE-2005-1984 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
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.
3
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.
4
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.
5
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While CVE-2005-1984 primarily impacts outdated systems, it poses a threat to any unpatched vulnerable installations.