CVE-2007-0709
First published: Sun Feb 04 2007(Updated: )
cmdmon.sys in Comodo Firewall Pro (formerly Comodo Personal Firewall) 2.4.16.174 and earlier does not validate arguments that originate in user mode for the (1) NtCreateSection, (2) NtOpenProcess, (3) NtOpenSection, (4) NtOpenThread, and (5) NtSetValueKey hooked SSDT functions, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) and possibly gain privileges via invalid arguments.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Comodo Firewall Pro | <=2.4.16.174 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.matousec.com/info/advisories/Comodo-Multiple-insufficient-argument-validation-of-hooked-SSDT-functions.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22357
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017580
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/32059
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/458773/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0709?
CVE-2007-0709 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0709?
To fix CVE-2007-0709, users should upgrade to a version of Comodo Firewall Pro later than 2.4.16.174.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-0709?
CVE-2007-0709 is an insufficient argument validation vulnerability in the cmdmon.sys driver of Comodo Firewall Pro.
Which versions of Comodo Firewall Pro are affected by CVE-2007-0709?
All versions of Comodo Firewall Pro up to and including 2.4.16.174 are affected by CVE-2007-0709.
Can CVE-2007-0709 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2007-0709 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely.
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