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CVE-2007-3898

UnknownEPSS 55.13%

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CVE-2007-3898 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DNS server in Microsoft Windows 2000 Server SP4, and Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, uses predictable transaction IDs when querying other DNS servers, which allows remote attackers to spoof DNS replies, poison the DNS cache, and facilitate further attack vectors.. EPSS estimates a 55.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DNS server in Microsoft Windows 2000 Server SP4, and Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, uses predictable transaction IDs when querying other DNS servers, which allows remote attackers to spoof DNS replies, poison the DNS cache, and facilitate further attack vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
55.13%

98.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftWindows 2000All versionsGold
MicrosoftWindows 2003 ServerAll versionsGold
MicrosoftWindows Server 2003All versions—

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-3898?
The DNS server in Microsoft Windows 2000 Server SP4, and Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, uses predictable transaction IDs when querying other DNS servers, which allows remote attackers to spoof DNS replies, poison the DNS cache, and facilitate further attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2007-3898?
Severity scoring for CVE-2007-3898 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 55.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3898?
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