CVE-2003-0659
UnknownEPSS 33.58%
Last modified
CVE-2003-0659 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in a function in User32.dll on Windows NT through Server 2003 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long (1) LB_DIR messages to ListBox or (2) CB_DIR messages to ComboBox controls in a privileged application.. EPSS estimates a 33.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in a function in User32.dll on Windows NT through Server 2003 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long (1) LB_DIR messages to ListBox or (2) CB_DIR messages to ComboBox controls in a privileged application.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | enterprise |
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | enterprise_64-bit |
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | r2 |
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | standard |
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | web |
| Microsoft | Windows Nt | 4.0 |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
References
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2003-27.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/967668Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8827Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.cert.org/advisories/CA-2003-27.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/967668Patch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/8827Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2003-0659?
Buffer overflow in a function in User32.dll on Windows NT through Server 2003 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long (1) LB_DIR messages to ListBox or (2) CB_DIR messages to ComboBox controls in a privileged application.
How severe is CVE-2003-0659?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-0659 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 33.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0659?
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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