Windows XP Shell contains vulnerability ( Patch )

http://download.microsoft.com/download/f/9/b/f9b8831e-3e57-4557-b6b8-dcf3061f9bec/Q329390_WXP_SP2_x86_ENU.exe

An unchecked buffer exists in one of the functions used by the Windows Shell to extract custom attribute information from audio files. A security vulnerability results because it is possible for a malicious user to mount a buffer overrun attack and attempt to exploit this flaw.


File Name:
Q329390_WXP_SP2_x86_ENU.exe

Download Size:
283 KB

Date Published:
12/18/2002

Version:
Q329390
 
Why the f@@k would Windows Shell want to f@@k around with "custom attribute information from audio files"?!

And who the f@@k would "mount a buffer overrun attack and attempt to exploit this flaw"?!!!!!

Smells fishy...
 
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