Vulnerability Description
The Graphics Rendering Engine in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 and XP SP2 allows local users to gain privileges via "invalid application window sizes" in layered application windows, aka the "GDI Invalid Window Size Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 2000 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466186/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23277
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017846
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1215
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-01
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/466186/100/200/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23277
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017846
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1215
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-01
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5586?
CVE-2006-5586 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The Graphics Rendering Engine in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 and XP SP2 allows local users to gain privileges via "invalid application window sizes" in layered application windows, aka the "GDI Invalid...
How severe is CVE-2006-5586?
CVE-2006-5586 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-5586?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Xp.