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Windows NT 4.0 Security Patch: Unchecked Buffer in Windows Shell Could Lead to Code Execution

Brief Description
This update resolves the "Unchecked Buffer in Windows Shell Could Lead to Code Execution" security vulnerability in Windows NT 4.0, and is discussed in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-014. Download now to prevent a malicious user from running programs on your computer.

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Quick Details
File Name:Q313829i.exe
Version:Q313829
Security Bulletins:MS02-014
Knowledge Base (KB) Articles:KB313829
Date Published:3/5/2002
Language:English
Download Size:822 KB
Estimated Download Time: 2 min 56K

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Overview

This update resolves the "Unchecked Buffer in Windows Shell Could Lead to Code Execution" security vulnerability in Windows NT 4.0, and is discussed in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS02-014. Download now to prevent a malicious user from running programs on your computer.

The vulnerability results because of an unchecked buffer (a temporary storage area of limited capacity) in the Windows User Environment. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability, and run programs as if he or she were the user.

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System Requirements

  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows NT
This update applies to Windows NT 4.0

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Instructions

How to download and install
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Click Security Update.
Do one of the following:
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Click OK.
How to use
You don't need to do anything after installing this item.

How to uninstall
Uninstall is not available

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Additional Information

Who should read this bulletin: Users of Microsoft® Windows® 98, 98SE, Windows NT® 4.0, Windows 2000

Impact of vulnerability: Run code of an attacker's choice

Maximum Severity Rating: Moderate

Recommendation: Customers should apply the patch

Affected Software:
Microsoft Windows NT 4.0

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