CVE-2007-3034: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 14, 2007
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Updated

Integer overflow in the AttemptWrite function in Graphics Rendering Engine (GDI) on Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted metafile (image) with a large record length value, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2

Remediation

Event History

Aug 14, 2007
CVE Published
09:17 PM
Aug 15, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-3034?

The severity of CVE-2007-3034 is rated as high due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-3034?

To fix CVE-2007-3034, users should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected versions of Windows.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2007-3034?

CVE-2007-3034 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2, and Windows Server 2003 SP1 and SP2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-3034?

CVE-2007-3034 is categorized as an integer overflow vulnerability that can lead to a heap-based buffer overflow.

5

Can CVE-2007-3034 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-3034 can be exploited remotely through a crafted metafile sent to the target system.

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