CVE-2004-0118: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2004-0118: The component for the Virtual DOS Machine (VDM) subsystem in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 does not prope...

The component for the Virtual DOS Machine (VDM) subsystem in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 does not properly validate system structures, which allows local users to access protected kernel memory and execute arbitrary code.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 00:10 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy Windows local privilege escalation flaw. A user already on a Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000 machine could potentially move from limited access to kernel-level code execution through the VDM subsystem. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 systems. The bundle does not provide complete CPEs or modern affected products, so confirm against Microsoft MS04-011 and asset inventory. Prioritize if any Windows NT 4.0 or Windows 2000 systems remain in production, especially where many users or service accounts have local access. Otherwise, treat as legacy exposure management. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft MS04-011 guidance and security updates where applicable.; Retire, replace, or strongly isolate Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 systems.; Restrict local interactive access to affected legacy hosts..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 06:10 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 16, 2004, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Source materials

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:1718CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
win-vdm-gain-privileges(15714)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
MS04-011CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:1512CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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