Vulnerability Description
The IPX protocol implementation in Microsoft Windows 95 and 98 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending a ping packet with a source IP address that is a broadcast address, aka the "Malformed IPX Ping Packet" vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 95 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 98 | All versions |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1544PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&mid=63120Vendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-05
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5079
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/1544PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&mid=63120Vendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-05
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5079
FAQ
What is CVE-2000-0742?
CVE-2000-0742 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The IPX protocol implementation in Microsoft Windows 95 and 98 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending a ping packet with a source IP address that is a broadcast address, aka t...
How severe is CVE-2000-0742?
CVE-2000-0742 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-2000-0742?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 95, Microsoft Windows 98.