CVE-2001-0543
UnknownEPSS 18.00%
Last modified
CVE-2001-0543 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Memory leak in NNTP service in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of malformed posts.. EPSS estimates a 18.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Memory leak in NNTP service in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of malformed posts.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Exchange Server | 2000 |
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Nt | 4.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3183Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2001/ms01-043Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6977Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3183Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2001/ms01-043Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6977Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-0543?
Memory leak in NNTP service in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a large number of malformed posts.
How severe is CVE-2001-0543?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-0543 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 18.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0543?
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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