Vulnerability Description
nslookup.exe in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated by an attempted DNS zone transfer, and as exploited in the wild in August 2008.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/0808-advisories/Nslookup-Crash.txt
- http://www.nullcode.com.ar/ncs/crash/nsloo.htmExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30636
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020711
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44423
- http://packetstormsecurity.org/0808-advisories/Nslookup-Crash.txt
- http://www.nullcode.com.ar/ncs/crash/nsloo.htmExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30636
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020711
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44423
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3648?
CVE-2008-3648 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). nslookup.exe in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, as demonstrated by an attempted DNS zone transfer, and as exploited in the wild in August 2008...
How severe is CVE-2008-3648?
CVE-2008-3648 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3648?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Xp.