CVE-2006-3880: Medium severity Microsoft Windows 2000 vulnerability
DISPUTED Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Small Business Server 2003 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (IP stack hang) via a continuous stream of packets on TCP port 135 that have incorrect TCP header checksums and random numbers in certain TCP header fields, as demonstrated by the Achilles Windows Attack Tool. NOTE: the researcher reports that the Microsoft Security Response Center has stated "Our investigation which has included code review, review of the TCPDump, and attempts on reproing the issue on multiple fresh installs of various Windows Operating Systems have all resulted in non confirmation."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3880?
CVE-2006-3880 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3880?
To fix CVE-2006-3880, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2006-3880?
CVE-2006-3880 affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Small Business Server 2003.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-3880 involve?
CVE-2006-3880 involves a remote denial of service attack through malformed TCP packets.
Can CVE-2006-3880 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-3880 can be exploited remotely by sending a continuous stream of malformed packets to TCP port 135.