CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0869

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

An unknown vulnerability in the hosting process (dllhost.exe) for Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) versions 4.0 through 5.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by executing an out of process application that acquires LocalSystem privileges.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability may lead to privilege escalation by remote attackers, posing a serious threat to the security of the system and the organization's data.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of IIS and implement appropriate security measures to minimize the risk associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Unknown vulnerability in the hosting process (dllhost.exe) for Microsoft Internet Information Server (IIS) 4.0 through 5.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by executing an out of process application that acquires LocalSystem privileges, aka "Out of Process Privilege Elevation."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS