Description
Microsoft Windows XP Explorer allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a system folder with a Desktop.ini file containing a .ShellClassInfo specifier with a CLSID value that is associated with an executable file.
Product(s):
- Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Gold Professional
- Microsoft Windows XP SP1 Home
- Microsoft Windows XP (gold) Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional Gold
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1 Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3 Home Edition
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2004-2289, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2004-2289 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.