Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in HyperTerminal Application by Microsoft
CVE-2004-0568
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Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 10 January 2005
What is CVE-2004-0568?
HyperTerminal, an application provided by Microsoft, is susceptible to a buffer overflow due to improper validation of session file data length. This flaw enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging specially crafted session files (.ht) or by invoking malicious links through Telnet URLs or email messages. Users of Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003 are particularly at risk. Implementing security patches and adhering to best practices can mitigate the potential threats posed by this vulnerability.