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CVE-2008-0086

9.0 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in the convert function in Microsoft SQL Server 2000 SP4, 2000 Desktop Engine (MSDE 2000) SP4, and 2000 Desktop Engine (WMSDE) allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary…

Published Jul 8, 2008microsoftCWE-119EPSS 61.93%

Overview

CVE-2008-0086 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft data_engine. It was published on July 8, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in the convert function in Microsoft SQL Server 2000 SP4, 2000 Desktop Engine (MSDE 2000) SP4, and 2000 Desktop Engine (WMSDE) allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SQL expression.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update data_engine to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0086?

CVE-2008-0086 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft data_engine. It was published on July 8, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2008-0086?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2008-0086?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update data_engine to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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