CVE Catalog

CVE-2006-3440

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the Winsock API in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, aka "Winsock Hostname Vulnerability."

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and take control of the system, leading to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Recommendation

Immediately apply the appropriate Microsoft security updates for Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1/SP2, and Server 2003 SP1. If patching is not possible, consider limiting network service exposure and implementing compensating controls.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the Winsock API in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, aka "Winsock Hostname Vulnerability."

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