CVE-2008-1457: Input Validation
First published: Wed Aug 13 2008(Updated: )
The Event System in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, Vista Gold and SP1, and Server 2008 does not properly validate per-user subscriptions, which allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted event subscription request.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =xp-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =vista | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30584
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31417
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020677
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=121915960406986&w=2
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-225A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2353
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6095
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-049
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1457?
CVE-2008-1457 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution by authenticated users.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1457?
To fix CVE-2008-1457, you should apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2008-1457?
CVE-2008-1457 affects various Microsoft Windows operating systems including Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Server 2008.
Who can exploit CVE-2008-1457?
CVE-2008-1457 can be exploited by remote authenticated users who send crafted event subscription requests.
When was CVE-2008-1457 discovered?
CVE-2008-1457 was officially published on March 25, 2008, as a known vulnerability in several Microsoft Windows versions.
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