CVE-2006-5758: Buffer Overflow
The Graphics Rendering Engine in Microsoft Windows 2000 through 2000 SP4 and Windows XP through SP2 maps GDI Kernel structures on a global shared memory section that is mapped with read-only permissions, but can be remapped by other processes as read-write, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and crash) and gain privileges by modifying the kernel structures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5758?
CVE-2006-5758 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5758?
To mitigate CVE-2006-5758, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected operating systems.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2006-5758?
CVE-2006-5758 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4 and Microsoft Windows XP up to Service Pack 2.
What is the impact of CVE-2006-5758?
CVE-2006-5758 allows local users to cause a denial of service via the exploitation of GDI Kernel structures.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-5758?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2006-5758; applying patches is the best course of action.