CVE-2007-1090
First published: Mon Feb 26 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Explorer on Windows XP and 2003 allows remote user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a malformed WMF file, which triggers the crash when the user browses the folder.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Windows File Explorer |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1090?
CVE-2007-1090 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How does CVE-2007-1090 exploit the system?
CVE-2007-1090 exploits the system by causing a crash when a user browses a folder containing a malformed WMF file.
What systems are affected by CVE-2007-1090?
CVE-2007-1090 affects Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 users utilizing Windows Explorer.
How can I mitigate the effects of CVE-2007-1090?
Mitigation for CVE-2007-1090 involves avoiding interaction with folders containing untrusted or potentially malformed WMF files.
Are there any patches available for CVE-2007-1090?
There are no official patches specifically for CVE-2007-1090 as this vulnerability is related to older unsupported operating systems.
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