CVE-2007-0084

CVE-2007-0084 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Message Compiler with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in the Windows NT Message Compiler (MC) 1.00.5239 on Microsoft Windows XP allows local users to gain privileges via a long MC-filename. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by a reliable third party who states that the compiler is not a privileged program, so privilege boundaries cannot be crossed

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0084?
Buffer overflow in the Windows NT Message Compiler (MC) 1.00.5239 on Microsoft Windows XP allows local users to gain privileges via a long MC-filename. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by a reliable third party who states that the compiler is not a privileged program, so privilege boundaries cannot be crossed
How severe is CVE-2007-0084?
CVE-2007-0084 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2007-0084 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0084?
CVE-2007-0084 affects Microsoft Message Compiler. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0084?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2007-0084 published?
CVE-2007-0084 was published on 2007-01-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)