CVE-2007-3898: Medium severity Microsoft Windows 2003 Server vulnerability

Published Nov 14, 2007
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Updated

The DNS server in Microsoft Windows 2000 Server SP4, and Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, uses predictable transaction IDs when querying other DNS servers, which allows remote attackers to spoof DNS replies, poison the DNS cache, and facilitate further attack vectors.

Affected Software

34 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows 2000=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000=gold
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=gold
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=gold
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000=gold
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp3
Microsoft Windows Server 2003

Event History

Nov 14, 2007
CVE Published
01:46 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-3898?

CVE-2007-3898 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote DNS cache poisoning.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-3898?

To remediate CVE-2007-3898, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected versions.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2007-3898?

CVE-2007-3898 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 Server SP4 and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP1 and SP2.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2007-3898 on network security?

Exploitation of CVE-2007-3898 allows attackers to spoof DNS replies, corrupt DNS cache, and increase the risk of further attacks.

5

Can CVE-2007-3898 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-3898 can be exploited remotely, making it a significant risk for networked systems running affected software.

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