Buffer Overflow in Microsoft SSL Library Affects Multiple Windows Versions

CVE-2003-0719

Summary

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Private Communications Transport (PCT) protocol implementation within the Microsoft SSL library. This flaw affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including NT 4.0 SP6a, 2000 SP2 through SP4, XP SP1, Server 2003, as well as NetMeeting, Windows 98, and Windows ME. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted PCT 1.0 handshake packets, potentially allowing them to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems. Organizations using these affected products should take appropriate precautions and apply necessary updates to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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