CVE-2007-0041

The PE Loader service in Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 for Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, and Vista allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary…

published July 10, 2007

CVSS
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EPSS
31%
Percentile
98.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unchecked buffer in the PE Loader service of older .NET Framework versions could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code — a surprise party for your server that no one wants! Think of it like an overstuffed suitcase that bursts open at the airport, spilling its contents everywhere. This vulnerability leaves your system open to unexpected and potentially harmful code being executed, just as a poorly packed bag can cause chaos at baggage claim. If exploited, an attacker could send specially crafted messages that execute arbitrary code on your machine. This means they could potentially take control of your system, altering data or deploying malicious software without your permission. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like an overstuffed suitcase that bursts open at the airport, spilling its contents everywhere. This vulnerability leaves your system open to unexpected and potentially harmful code being executed, just as a poorly packed bag can cause chaos at baggage claim. This vulnerability arises due to the PE Loader in Microsoft .NET Framework versions 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 failing to validate message lengths, which could lead to a buffer overflow, enabling attackers to run arbitrary code remotely.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could send specially crafted messages that execute arbitrary code on your machine. This means they could potentially take control of your system, altering data or deploying malicious software without your permission. Yikes! To protect your systems, consider upgrading to a more secure version of the .NET Framework, as the affected versions are quite outdated. Additionally, review your security settings and firewall configurations to mitigate potential risks from remote access. ⚡ You've got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems updated to maintain security hero status! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.30666 · 98.2th percentile
Published
2007-07-10T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 JUL 22:00Z
    The PE Loader service in Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 for Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, and Vista allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary…
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