CVE-2007-0211
First published: Tue Feb 13 2007(Updated: )
The hardware detection functionality in the Windows Shell in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and Professional, and Server 2003 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via an unvalidated parameter to a function related to the "detection and registration of new hardware."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/240796
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22481
- http://www.osvdb.org/31890
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017633
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24126
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-044A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0575
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A224
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-006
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0211?
CVE-2007-0211 is considered to have a moderate severity due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0211?
The best way to mitigate CVE-2007-0211 is to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-0211?
CVE-2007-0211 affects local users of Microsoft Windows XP SP2, Windows XP Professional (Gold), and Windows Server 2003 SP1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-0211?
CVE-2007-0211 is a privilege escalation vulnerability due to unvalidated parameters in hardware detection functionality.
Can CVE-2007-0211 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2007-0211 can only be exploited by local users with access to the affected system.
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