CVE-2003-0910Windows 2000 Vulnerability
The NtSetLdtEntries function in the programming interface for the Local Descriptor Table (LDT) in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 allows local attackers to gain access to kernel memory and execute arbitrary code via an expand-down data segment descriptor descriptor that points…
Published Jun 1, 2004 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2003-0910 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.2 v2) affecting Windows 2000 (Microsoft), Windows Nt (Microsoft).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
Scores
CVSS v2
7.2
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
26%
Higher than 97.9% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
ATLAS score
35/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Not listed
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
Public exploit code
1
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
0
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
- advisoryTA04-104A
- patchAD20040413D
- patchVU#122076
Description
The NtSetLdtEntries function in the programming interface for the Local Descriptor Table (LDT) in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 allows local attackers to gain access to kernel memory and execute arbitrary code via an expand-down data segment descriptor descriptor that points to protected memory.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 2000Microsoft | See advisory | n/a |
| Windows NtMicrosoft | 4.0 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 1, 2004
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
References
- advisoryTA04-104A
- patchAD20040413D
- patchVU#122076
- exploitExploitDB-23989
- other20040413 EEYE: Windows Expand-Down Data Segment Local Privilege Escalation
FAQ
Common Questions.
The NtSetLdtEntries function in the programming interface for the Local Descriptor Table (LDT) in Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 allows local attackers to gain access to kernel memory and execute arbitrary code via an expand-down data segment descriptor descriptor that points to protected memory.
Affected: Windows 2000 (Microsoft); Windows Nt (Microsoft) versions 4.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
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