CVE-2007-0040
First published: Tue Jul 10 2007(Updated: )
The LDAP service in Windows Active Directory in Microsoft Windows 2000 Server SP4, Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, Server 2003 x64 Edition and SP2, and Server 2003 for Itanium-based Systems SP1 and SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted LDAP request with an unspecified number of "convertible attributes."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.iss.net/threats/267.html
- http://archive.cert.uni-stuttgart.de/bugtraq/2007/07/msg00254.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-191A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/487905
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24800
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018355
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26002
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2481
- http://osvdb.org/35960
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2012
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-039
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0040?
CVE-2007-0040 is a critical vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0040?
To fix CVE-2007-0040, apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2007-0040?
CVE-2007-0040 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 Server SP4, Windows Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, and Windows Server 2003 for Itanium-based Systems SP1 and SP2.
What type of attack does CVE-2007-0040 enable?
CVE-2007-0040 enables remote code execution attacks through crafted LDAP requests.
How can I determine if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2007-0040?
You can determine your system's vulnerability to CVE-2007-0040 by checking the version and service pack of your Windows operating system.
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