CVE-2006-2373
First published: Tue Jun 13 2006(Updated: )
The Server Message Block (SMB) driver (MRXSMB.SYS) in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code by calling the MrxSmbCscIoctlOpenForCopyChunk function with the METHOD_NEITHER method flag and an arbitrary address, possibly for kernel memory, aka the "SMB Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP |
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Reference Links
- http://www.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=408
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18356
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20635
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016288
- http://www.osvdb.org/26440
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2327
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26828
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2007
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1942
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1904
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1792
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1730
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1137
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-030
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2373?
CVE-2006-2373 has a critical severity rating as it allows local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2373?
To mitigate CVE-2006-2373, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates and patches from Microsoft.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-2373?
CVE-2006-2373 affects users of Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP1 and SP2, and Windows Server 2003 SP1 and earlier.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2006-2373?
Exploitation of CVE-2006-2373 may allow attackers to gain elevated privileges and execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
Can CVE-2006-2373 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-2373 is a local vulnerability, meaning it requires an attacker to have local access to the system to exploit it.
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