CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0572

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow vulnerability in Windows Program Group Converter (grpconv.exe) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted shell: URL with a long filename and .grp extension, which is not properly handled when the shell launches grpconv.exe.

Risk Assessment

An attacker can remotely execute arbitrary code on the victim's system, leading to full system compromise, data theft, or malware installation.

Recommendation

Apply the appropriate security patch provided by the vendor immediately and consider restricting the execution of grpconv.exe through security policies.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the Windows Program Group Converter (grpconv.exe) may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a shell: URL with a long filename and a .grp extension, which is not properly handled when the shell capability launches grpconv.exe.

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