CVE-2007-4216: Input Validation

Published Aug 21, 2007
·
Updated

vsdatant.sys 6.5.737.0 in Check Point Zone Labs ZoneAlarm before 7.0.362 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted Interrupt Request Packet (Irp) in a METHODNEITHER (1) IOCTL 0x8400000F or (2) IOCTL 0x84000013 request, which can be used to overwrite arbitrary memory locations.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Checkpoint ZoneAlarm=6.1.744.001
Checkpoint ZoneAlarm<=7.0.337.0
Checkpoint ZoneAlarm=5.0.63.0

Event History

Aug 21, 2007
CVE Published
05:17 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-4216?

CVE-2007-4216 has a high severity due to its potential for local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-4216?

To fix CVE-2007-4216, upgrade to a version of Check Point ZoneAlarm that is later than 7.0.362.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2007-4216?

CVE-2007-4216 affects users of Check Point Zone Labs ZoneAlarm versions 6.5.737.0 and earlier.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-4216?

CVE-2007-4216 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability caused by improper handling of Interrupt Request Packets.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-4216?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2007-4216; the best mitigation is to apply the available updates.

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