CVE-2003-0469: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-0469: Buffer overflow in the HTML Converter (HTML32.cnv) on various Windows operating systems allows remote attac...

Buffer overflow in the HTML Converter (HTML32.cnv) on various Windows operating systems allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via cut-and-paste operation, as demonstrated in Internet Explorer 5.0 using a long "align" argument in an HR tag.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 01:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This old Windows/Internet Explorer issue could let malicious HTML crash a system component and possibly run code when content is copied and pasted. The risk mainly matters where legacy Windows and Internet Explorer 5.0-era components remain in use. Exposure is most likely in legacy Windows environments retaining Internet Explorer 5.0 or related HTML Converter components. The supplied CVE data does not identify exact Windows versions, CPEs, or current affected product lines. Prioritize this where legacy Windows desktops, kiosk systems, or isolated business applications still depend on old Internet Explorer components. For modern managed fleets, urgency is lower unless asset data shows these components remain present. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS03-023 and apply the applicable vendor update or successor guidance.; Retire or isolate legacy Windows and Internet Explorer systems where feasible.; Limit handling of untrusted HTML on affected legacy workstations..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 28, 2003, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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MS03-023CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS

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