Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Windows Vista uses insecure default permissions for unspecified "local user information data stores" in the registry and the file system, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information such as administrative passwords, aka "Permissive User Information Store ACLs Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Vista | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/35344
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25623Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/471947/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24411
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018225
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-163A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2152Vendor Advisory
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-03
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://osvdb.org/35344
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25623Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/471947/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24411
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018225
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-163A.htmlUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-2229?
CVE-2007-2229 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Microsoft Windows Vista uses insecure default permissions for unspecified "local user information data stores" in the registry and the file system, which allows local users to obtain sensitive informa...
How severe is CVE-2007-2229?
CVE-2007-2229 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-2007-2229?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Vista.