Vulnerability Description
The NantSys device 5.0.0.115 in Motorola netOctopus 5.1.2 build 1011 has weak permissions for the \\.\NantSys device interface (nantsys.sys), which allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (system crash), as demonstrated by modifying the SYSENTER_EIP_MSR CPU Model Specific Register (MSR) value.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Motorola | Netoctopus | 5.1.2_build_1011 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=636
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28366PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019161
- http://www.netopia.com/support/software/technotes/netoctopus/Removing_the_nantsyPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27175Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0062
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39503
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=636
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28366PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019161
- http://www.netopia.com/support/software/technotes/netoctopus/Removing_the_nantsyPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27175Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0062
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39503
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5761?
CVE-2007-5761 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The NantSys device 5.0.0.115 in Motorola netOctopus 5.1.2 build 1011 has weak permissions for the \\.\NantSys device interface (nantsys.sys), which allows local users to gain privileges or cause a den...
How severe is CVE-2007-5761?
CVE-2007-5761 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-2007-5761?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Motorola Netoctopus.