CVE Catalog

CVE-2003-0660

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The Authenticode capability in Microsoft Windows NT through Server 2003 does not prompt the user to download and install ActiveX controls when the system is low on memory, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without user approval.

Risk Assessment

The lack of prompts for ActiveX control installation during low memory situations poses a risk of unauthorized code execution, potentially leading to serious security breaches within the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to monitor and manage system memory and implement additional security measures to mitigate the risk of unauthorized code execution.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The Authenticode capability in Microsoft Windows NT through Server 2003 does not prompt the user to download and install ActiveX controls when the system is low on memory, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code without user approval.

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