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CVE-2001-0242

UnknownEPSS 30.02%

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CVE-2001-0242 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflows in Microsoft Windows Media Player 7 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via (1) a long version tag in an .ASX file, or (2) a long banner tag, a variant of the ".ASX Buffer Overrun" vulnerability as discussed in MS:MS00-090.. EPSS estimates a 30.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflows in Microsoft Windows Media Player 7 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via (1) a long version tag in an .ASX file, or (2) a long banner tag, a variant of the ".ASX Buffer Overrun" vulnerability as discussed in MS:MS00-090.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
30.02%

98.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows Media Player6.3
MicrosoftWindows Media Player6.4
MicrosoftWindows Media Player7

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-0242?
Buffer overflows in Microsoft Windows Media Player 7 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via (1) a long version tag in an .ASX file, or (2) a long banner tag, a variant of the ".ASX Buffer Overrun" vulnerability as discussed in MS:MS00-090.
How severe is CVE-2001-0242?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0242 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 30.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0242?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST