CVE-2008-4268: High severity microsoft windows server vulnerability

Published Dec 10, 2008

Updated

The Windows Search component in Microsoft Windows Vista Gold and SP1 and Server 2008 does not properly free memory during a save operation for a Windows Search file, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted saved-search file, aka "Windows Saved Search Vulnerability."

Affected Software

8 affected components

Microsoft Windows Server 2008

Microsoft Windows Vista

Microsoft Windows Vista=gold

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp1

Event History

Dec 10, 2008

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:33 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:33 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-4268?

CVE-2008-4268 has a critical severity level due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4268?

To mitigate CVE-2008-4268, update affected systems with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.

What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2008-4268?

CVE-2008-4268 affects Microsoft Windows Vista Gold and SP1, as well as Windows Server 2008.

Can CVE-2008-4268 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-4268 can be exploited remotely by attackers via crafted saved-search files.

What are the implications of CVE-2008-4268 for users?

Users affected by CVE-2008-4268 are at risk of having arbitrary code executed on their systems.