CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0420

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The Windows Shell application in Windows 98, ME, NT 4.0, 2000, XP, and Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the type of a file via a CLSID specifier in the filename.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can remotely execute malicious code, potentially leading to system compromise or data theft.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the operating system to the latest version and implement security measures such as firewalls and antivirus software.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The Windows Shell application in Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by spoofing the type of a file via a CLSID specifier in the filename, as demonstrated using Internet Explorer 6.0.2800.1106 on Windows XP.

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