CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-1327

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the Windows Shell function in Microsoft Windows XP allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an .MP3 or .WMA audio file with a corrupt custom attribute.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely take control of the system, leading to serious security threats for the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Windows XP to the latest version or apply relevant security patches to minimize risk.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the Windows Shell function in Microsoft Windows XP allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an .MP3 or .WMA audio file with a corrupt custom attribute, aka "Unchecked Buffer in Windows Shell Could Enable System Compromise."

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