CVE-2007-1206: Race Condition
The Virtual DOS Machine (VDM) in the Windows Kernel in Microsoft Windows NT 4.0; 2000 SP4; XP SP2; Server 2003, 2003 SP1, and 2003 SP2; and Windows Vista before June 2006; uses insecure permissions (PAGEREADWRITE) for a physical memory view, which allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the "zero page" during a race condition before the view is unmapped.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1206?
CVE-2007-1206 is rated as having high severity due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1206?
To fix CVE-2007-1206, you should apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2007-1206?
CVE-2007-1206 affects Microsoft Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2, and various versions of Windows Server 2003 including SP1 and SP2.
Can CVE-2007-1206 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2007-1206 requires local access to exploit, so it cannot be exploited remotely.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2007-1206?
Exploiting CVE-2007-1206 could allow an attacker to gain higher privileges on the system, leading to unauthorized access and potential system compromise.