CVE-2008-1446: Integer Overflow

Published Oct 15, 2008
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Updated

Integer overflow in the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) ISAPI extension in Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 5.0 through 7.0 on Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, and Server 2008 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via an HTTP POST request that triggers an outbound IPP connection from a web server to a machine operated by the attacker, aka "Integer Overflow in IPP Service Vulnerability."

Affected Software

8 affected components
Microsoft Internet Information Services>=5.0<=7.0
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3

Event History

Oct 15, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
12:12 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-1446?

CVE-2008-1446 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-1446?

To fix CVE-2008-1446, it is recommended to apply the latest patches and updates for Microsoft Internet Information Services.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2008-1446?

CVE-2008-1446 affects remote authenticated users on Microsoft Internet Information Services from versions 5.0 through 7.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-1446?

CVE-2008-1446 is characterized as an integer overflow vulnerability in the Internet Printing Protocol ISAPI extension.

5

What operating systems are vulnerable to CVE-2008-1446?

CVE-2008-1446 affects Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 with specific service pack versions.

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