MS.Windows.SNMP.Service.Remote.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Buffer Overflow vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows SNMP service.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles crafted SNMP packets. It may allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system with Local System privileges or cause a Denial of Service (DoS). The SNMP service is not installed by default.
Affected Products
Microsoft Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (Itanium)
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP1 (Itanium)
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Denial of Service: Remote attackers can crash vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the patch, available from the vendor's web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS06-074.mspx
Telemetry
Coverage
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