CVE-2004-0124

CVE-2004-0124 is a low-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2000 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 21% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The DCOM RPC interface for Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, 2000, XP, and Server 2003 allows remote attackers to cause network communications via an "alter context" call that contains additional data, aka the "Object Identity Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0124?
The DCOM RPC interface for Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, 2000, XP, and Server 2003 allows remote attackers to cause network communications via an "alter context" call that contains additional data, aka the "Object Identity Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2004-0124?
CVE-2004-0124 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2004-0124 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 21% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-0124?
CVE-2004-0124 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 2000. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0124?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2004-0124 published?
CVE-2004-0124 was published on 2004-06-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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