Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Microsoft Rich Text Format (RTF) reader allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed control word.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 98 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Nt | 4.0 |
References
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ249973
- http://xforce.iss.net/search.php3?type=2&pattern=win-malformed-rtf-control-word
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-00
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ249973
- http://xforce.iss.net/search.php3?type=2&pattern=win-malformed-rtf-control-word
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-00
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0073?
CVE-2000-0073 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in Microsoft Rich Text Format (RTF) reader allows attackers to cause a denial of service via a malformed control word.
How severe is CVE-2000-0073?
CVE-2000-0073 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2000-0073?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 98, Microsoft Windows Nt.