CVE-2009-0082: Input Validation
First published: Tue Mar 10 2009(Updated: )
The kernel 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 handles, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that triggers unspecified "actions," aka "Windows Kernel Handle Validation Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34027
- http://support.nortel.com/go/main.jsp?cscat=BLTNDETAIL&DocumentOID=842987&poid=
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021827
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2009-079.htm
- http://osvdb.org/52523
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0659
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34117
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-069A.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6036
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-006
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-0082?
CVE-2009-0082 is rated as critical because it allows local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0082?
To fix CVE-2009-0082, ensure that all affected Microsoft Windows systems are updated to the latest patches released by Microsoft.
What are the affected systems in CVE-2009-0082?
CVE-2009-0082 affects Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Server 2008.
Is CVE-2009-0082 exploitable remotely?
No, CVE-2009-0082 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the vulnerable system.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-0082?
CVE-2009-0082 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability caused by improper handle validation in the Windows kernel.
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