CVE-2000-0305

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published May 19, 2000
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
CWE ID 399

Summary

CVE-2000-0305 is a vulnerability affecting Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows NT 4.0, and Terminal Server systems. An attacker can exploit this issue by sending a large number of identical fragmented IP packets. These packets cause a Denial of Service condition upon reassembly, leading to system instability and potential network congestion. The vulnerability, also known as jolt2 or the "IP Fragment Reassembly" vulnerability, poses a significant threat to network availability and integrity.

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Affected Products

  • Microsoft Windows NT
  • Microsoft Windows 2000
  • Microsoft Windows 95
  • Microsoft Windows 98 Plus Pack

Affected Vendors

  • Microsoft