Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Microsoft SQL Server flaw where specially long database query arguments could crash the server or potentially let an attacker run code. The business risk is concentrated in legacy SQL Server 7.0 or 2000 systems that still exist in production, labs, or forgotten internal applications. Exposure is most likely where SQL Server 7.0 or 2000 remains reachable by users, applications, or network paths that can submit database queries. Modern SQL Server versions are not identified as affected in the supplied sources. Treat as urgent only if legacy SQL Server 7.0 or 2000 is still present. If found, prioritize isolation, remediation, or retirement because the stated impact includes code execution. If no such systems exist, residual business risk is low. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and fixes from MS02-020 where applicable.; Identify and retire or upgrade SQL Server 7.0 and 2000 instances.; Restrict SQL Server network access to trusted application paths only..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:121CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
- MS02-020CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
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