CVE-2012-1867: Integer Overflow

Published Jun 12, 2012
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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."

Affected Software

16 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

Jun 12, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1867?

To fix CVE-2012-1867, you should apply the Microsoft security update related to this vulnerability.

3

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.

4

Can CVE-2012-1867 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2012-1867 is not exploitable remotely; it requires local access to the affected system.

5

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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