CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0209

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

An unknown vulnerability in the Graphics Rendering Engine of Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via Windows Metafile (WMF) or Enhanced Metafile (EMF) image formats that involve 'an unchecked buffer.'

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability could lead to remote code execution, posing a significant threat to the security of systems and organizational data.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update systems to the latest versions and apply relevant security patches to minimize the risk of an attack.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Unknown vulnerability in the Graphics Rendering Engine processes of Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) Windows Metafile (WMF) or (2) Enhanced Metafile (EMF) image formats that involve "an unchecked buffer."

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