CVE-2008-2245: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 13, 2008
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in the InternalOpenColorProfile function in mscms.dll in Microsoft Windows Image Color Management System (MSCMS) in the Image Color Management (ICM) component on Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, and Server 2003 SP1 and SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2

Event History

Aug 13, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2245?

CVE-2008-2245 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-2245?

To fix CVE-2008-2245, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

3

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2008-2245?

CVE-2008-2245 affects Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, and Windows Server 2003 SP1 and SP2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-2245?

CVE-2008-2245 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2008-2245 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-2245 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.

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