Vulnerability Description
Scripting.FileSystemObject in asp.dll for Microsoft IIS 4.0 and 5.0 allows local or remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via (1) creating an ASP program that uses Scripting.FileSystemObject to open a file with an MS-DOS device name, or (2) remotely injecting the device name into ASP programs that internally use Scripting.FileSystemObject.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Information Server | 4.0 |
| Microsoft | Internet Information Services | 5.0 |
References
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6800.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/194919
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2973ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/6800.phpVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/194919
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2973ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-1243?
CVE-2001-1243 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Scripting.FileSystemObject in asp.dll for Microsoft IIS 4.0 and 5.0 allows local or remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via (1) creating an ASP program that uses Scripting.FileSystem...
How severe is CVE-2001-1243?
CVE-2001-1243 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-2001-1243?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Information Server, Microsoft Internet Information Services.