A remote overflow exists in Microsoft Data Access Components. The program fails to validate replies to a broadcast request resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause arbitrary code to run on a vulnerable machine resulting in a loss of confidentiality, integrity, and/or availability.
Classification
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability.
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