CVE-2012-1867: Integer Overflow
First published: Tue Jun 12 2012(Updated: )
Integer overflow in win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted TrueType font file that triggers incorrect memory allocation, aka "Font Resource Refcount Integer Overflow Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1867?
CVE-2012-1867 has a critical severity rating as it allows local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1867?
To fix CVE-2012-1867, you should apply the Microsoft security update related to this vulnerability.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2012-1867?
CVE-2012-1867 affects Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 Gold and SP1, and several versions of Windows Server 2003 and 2008.
Can CVE-2012-1867 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2012-1867 is not exploitable remotely; it requires local access to the affected system.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1867?
CVE-2012-1867 is an integer overflow vulnerability found in the win32k.sys driver.
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