CVE-2007-0843
First published: Fri Feb 23 2007(Updated: )
The ReadDirectoryChangesW API function on Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, and Vista does not check permissions for child objects, which allows local users to bypass permissions by opening a directory with LIST (READ) access and using ReadDirectoryChangesW to monitor changes of files that do not have LIST permissions, which can be leveraged to determine filenames, access times, and other sensitive information.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =beta1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =gold |
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Reference Links
- http://securityvulns.com/advisories/readdirectorychanges.asp
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22664
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2007-February/052613.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24245
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2282
- http://osvdb.org/33474
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0701
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/32644
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/460899/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/460887/100/0/threaded
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163755/Microsoft-Windows-Malicious-Software-Removal-Tool-Privilege-Escalation.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0843?
CVE-2007-0843 is considered a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0843?
To fix CVE-2007-0843, apply the latest security updates and patches from Microsoft for your affected operating system.
What systems are affected by CVE-2007-0843?
CVE-2007-0843 affects Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, and Vista.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-0843?
CVE-2007-0843 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can CVE-2007-0843 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2007-0843 requires local access to the system to be exploited.
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