Vulnerability Description
RegMon 7.04 does not properly validate certain parameters to System Service Descriptor Table (SSDT) function handlers, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly gain privileges via kernel SSDT hooks to the (1) NtCreateKey and (2) NtOpenKey Windows Native API functions.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sysinternals | Regmon | 7.04 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/45957
- http://www.matousec.com/info/advisories/plague-in-security-software-drivers.php
- http://www.matousec.com/projects/windows-personal-firewall-analysis/plague-in-se
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/479830/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25721
- http://osvdb.org/45957
- http://www.matousec.com/info/advisories/plague-in-security-software-drivers.php
- http://www.matousec.com/projects/windows-personal-firewall-analysis/plague-in-se
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/479830/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25721
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4972?
CVE-2007-4972 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). RegMon 7.04 does not properly validate certain parameters to System Service Descriptor Table (SSDT) function handlers, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly gain p...
How severe is CVE-2007-4972?
CVE-2007-4972 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4972?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sysinternals Regmon.