CVE-2009-1125: Input Validation
First published: Wed Jun 10 2009(Updated: )
The kernel in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Server 2008 SP2 does not properly validate an argument to an unspecified system call, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Driver Class Registration Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2-x32 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2-x64 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://osvdb.org/54942
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022359
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35240
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35372
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1544
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-160A.html
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5912
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1125?
CVE-2009-1125 is considered to have a critical severity level due to its potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1125?
Fixing CVE-2009-1125 involves applying the latest security updates from Microsoft for affected systems.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2009-1125?
CVE-2009-1125 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista, and Server 2008 SP2.
Can CVE-2009-1125 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2009-1125 requires local access to the affected system for exploitation.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1125?
CVE-2009-1125 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Windows kernel.
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