CVE-2009-3103
First published: Tue Sep 08 2009(Updated: )
Array index error in the SMBv2 protocol implementation in srv2.sys in Microsoft Windows Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, Windows Server 2008 Gold and SP2, and Windows 7 RC allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (system crash) via an & (ampersand) character in a Process ID High header field in a NEGOTIATE PROTOCOL REQUEST packet, which triggers an attempted dereference of an out-of-bounds memory location, aka "SMBv2 Negotiation Vulnerability." NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| 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 Vista | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2009-09/0090.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36299
- http://isc.sans.org/diary.html?storyid=7093
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36623
- http://g-laurent.blogspot.com/2009/09/windows-vista7-smb20-negotiate-protocol.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-286A.html
- http://blog.48bits.com/?p=510
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022848
- http://www.reversemode.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=64&Itemid=1
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/975497.mspx
- http://osvdb.org/57799
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/135940
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53090
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6489
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/9594
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/506327/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/506300/100/0/threaded
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2009/ms09-050
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3103?
CVE-2009-3103 has a critical severity level as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3103?
To fix CVE-2009-3103, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2009-3103?
CVE-2009-3103 affects Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7 RC across various service packs.
What is the impact of CVE-2009-3103?
The impact of CVE-2009-3103 includes the potential for system crashes or unauthorized remote code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2009-3103 while waiting for a patch?
There are no officially recommended workarounds for CVE-2009-3103, so applying patches is the best solution.
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