Microsoft · Windows 2000 · CVE-2006-2379
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Microsoft Windows versions prior to Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and SP2, and Server 2003 SP1
**Description**
A buffer overflow issue exists in the TCP/IP Protocol driver, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors related to IP source routing.
**Recommendations**
For Microsoft Windows 2000, apply the patch or update to at least SP4.
For Microsoft Windows XP, apply the patch or update to at least SP3.
For Microsoft Windows Server 2003, apply the patch or update to at least SP2.
As a temporary workaround, consider restricting IP source routing to minimize the risk of exploitation.