CVE-2008-4036: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Oct 15 2008(Updated: )
Integer overflow in Memory Manager in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, Vista Gold and SP1, and Server 2008 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that triggers an erroneous decrement of a variable, related to validation of parameters for Virtual Address Descriptors (VADs) and a "memory allocation mapping error," aka "Virtual Address Descriptor Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =x64 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=122479227205998&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32251
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31675
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021051
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-288A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2815
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-064
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45571
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45572
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5343
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4036?
CVE-2008-4036 has a critical severity rating due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4036?
To fix CVE-2008-4036, ensure that you have applied the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2008-4036?
CVE-2008-4036 affects Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, Windows Vista Gold and SP1, and Windows Server 2008.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2008-4036?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2008-4036 can run arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the affected system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-4036 if I cannot apply the patch?
While applying the patch is the best solution, a temporary workaround may include limiting local user access to prevent exploitation.
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