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Family: Windows : Microsoft Bulletins --> Category: infos
Unchecked buffer in Windows Shell Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary
Checks for MS Hotfix Q216840
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
Synopsis :
A local user can elevate his rights.
Description :
The Windows shell of the remote host has an unchecked buffer
which can be exploited by a local attacker to run arbitrary code
on this host.
Solution :
Microsoft has released a set of patches for Windows NT and 2000 :
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms02-014.mspx
Threat Level:
High / CVSS Base Score : 7
(AV:L/AC:L/Au:NR/C:C/A:C/I:C/B:N)
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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