CVE-2009-0681: Input Validation

Published Apr 15, 2009
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Updated

PGP Desktop before 9.10 allows local users to (1) cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted IOCTL request to pgpdisk.sys, and (2) cause a denial of service (crash) and execute arbitrary code via a crafted IRP in an IOCTL request to pgpwded.sys.

Affected Software

8 affected components
PGP Desktop<=9.9.0
PGP Desktop<=9.9.0
PGP Desktop=8.0
PGP Desktop=8.0
PGP Desktop=9.0
PGP Desktop=9.0
PGP Desktop=9.0.6
PGP Desktop=9.0.6

Remediation

Event History

Apr 15, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0681?

CVE-2009-0681 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-0681?

To mitigate CVE-2009-0681, users should upgrade to PGP Desktop version 9.10 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2009-0681?

CVE-2009-0681 affects PGP Desktop versions prior to 9.10, including 8.0 and 9.0 releases.

4

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2009-0681?

CVE-2009-0681 allows local users to crash the system or execute arbitrary code using crafted IOCTL requests.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2009-0681?

No formal workaround for CVE-2009-0681 is available, and the best course of action is to upgrade to a patched version.

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