CVE-2006-3443
First published: Wed Aug 09 2006(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in Winlogon in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, when SafeDllSearchMode is disabled, allows local users to gain privileges via a malicious DLL in the UserProfile directory, aka "User Profile Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19375
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21417
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/337244
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016662
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3216
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A155
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-051
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3443?
CVE-2006-3443 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3443?
To fix CVE-2006-3443, ensure that SafeDllSearchMode is enabled or update to a patched version of Microsoft Windows that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-3443?
CVE-2006-3443 affects Microsoft Windows 2000, specifically versions with Service Pack 1 to 4.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-3443 enable?
CVE-2006-3443 enables local users to execute a malicious DLL to gain elevated privileges within the system.
Is CVE-2006-3443 still a threat today?
While CVE-2006-3443 primarily affects outdated systems, it remains a threat to any systems still running unpatched versions of Windows 2000.
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