CVE-2007-1537
First published: Tue Mar 20 2007(Updated: )
\Device\NdisTapi (NDISTAPI.sys) in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and 2003 SP1 uses weak permissions, which allows local users to write to the device and cause a denial of service, as demonstrated by using an IRQL to acquire a spinlock on paged memory via the NdisTapiDispatch function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.reversemode.com/index.php?option=com_remository&Itemid=2&func=fileinfo&id=47
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23025
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24598
- http://www.osvdb.org/33628
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2471
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1031
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/33086
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/463208/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1537?
CVE-2007-1537 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1537?
To fix CVE-2007-1537, apply the latest security updates from Microsoft for Windows XP SP2 and Windows 2003 SP1.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-1537?
CVE-2007-1537 affects users and systems running Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and Windows 2003 Server SP1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-1537?
CVE-2007-1537 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to weak permissions in NDIS TAPI.
Can CVE-2007-1537 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2007-1537 requires local access to the system for exploitation.
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