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CVE-2005-0044

UnknownEPSS 33.21%

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CVE-2005-0044 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The OLE component in Windows 98, 2000, XP, and Server 2003, and Exchange Server 5.0 through 2003, does not properly validate the lengths of messages for certain OLE data, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, aka the "Input Validation Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 33.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The OLE component in Windows 98, 2000, XP, and Server 2003, and Exchange Server 5.0 through 2003, does not properly validate the lengths of messages for certain OLE data, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, aka the "Input Validation Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
33.21%

98.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftExchange Server5.0—
MicrosoftWindows 2000All versions—
MicrosoftWindows 2003 Serverenterprise—
MicrosoftWindows 2003 Serverenterprise_64-bit—
MicrosoftWindows 2003 Serverr2—
MicrosoftWindows 2003 Serverstandard—
MicrosoftWindows 2003 Serverweb—
MicrosoftWindows 98All versionsGold
MicrosoftWindows 98seAll versions—
MicrosoftWindows MeAll versions—
MicrosoftWindows XpAll versions—

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-0044?
The OLE component in Windows 98, 2000, XP, and Server 2003, and Exchange Server 5.0 through 2003, does not properly validate the lengths of messages for certain OLE data, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, aka the "Input Validation Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2005-0044?
Severity scoring for CVE-2005-0044 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 33.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0044?
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