Vulnerability Description
COM+ in Microsoft Windows does not properly "create and use memory structures," which allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 2003 Server | 64-bit |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17161
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17172
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17223
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17509
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2005-214.pdf
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/950516US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15057
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-284A.htmlUS Government Resource
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-05
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1978?
CVE-2005-1978 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). COM+ in Microsoft Windows does not properly "create and use memory structures," which allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How severe is CVE-2005-1978?
CVE-2005-1978 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-1978?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows 2003 Server, Microsoft Windows Xp.