Vulnerability Description
Windows Media Unicast Service in Windows Media Services 4.0 and 4.1 does not properly shut down some types of connections, producing a memory leak that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a series of severed connections, aka the "Severed Windows Media Server Connection" vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Media Services | 4.0 |
References
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ281256
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-09
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5785
- http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb%3B%5BLN%5D%3BQ281256
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2000/ms00-09
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5785
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0083?
CVE-2001-0083 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Windows Media Unicast Service in Windows Media Services 4.0 and 4.1 does not properly shut down some types of connections, producing a memory leak that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of ser...
How severe is CVE-2001-0083?
CVE-2001-0083 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-2001-0083?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Media Services.