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CVE-2004-0420

UnknownEPSS 46.01%

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CVE-2004-0420 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Windows Shell application in Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the type of a file via a CLSID specifier in the filename, as demonstrated using Internet Explorer 6.0.2800.1106 on Windows XP.. EPSS estimates a 46.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Windows Shell application in Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the type of a file via a CLSID specifier in the filename, as demonstrated using Internet Explorer 6.0.2800.1106 on Windows XP.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
46.01%

98.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftIe6.0Sp1
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6.0—
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6.0.2800.1106—

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2004-0420?
The Windows Shell application in Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the type of a file via a CLSID specifier in the filename, as demonstrated using Internet Explorer 6.0.2800.1106 on Windows XP.
How severe is CVE-2004-0420?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0420 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 46.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0420?
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