Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Windows Vista does not properly enforce the NoDriveTypeAutoRun registry value, which allows user-assisted remote attackers, and possibly physically proximate attackers, to execute arbitrary code by inserting a (1) CD-ROM device or (2) U3-enabled USB device containing a filesystem with an Autorun.inf file, and possibly other vectors related to (a) AutoRun and (b) AutoPlay actions.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows Vista | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29458
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/889747US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28360
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020446
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0954/references
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-03
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41349
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29458
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/889747US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28360
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020446
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0954/references
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-03
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41349
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0951?
CVE-2008-0951 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Microsoft Windows Vista does not properly enforce the NoDriveTypeAutoRun registry value, which allows user-assisted remote attackers, and possibly physically proximate attackers, to execute arbitrary ...
How severe is CVE-2008-0951?
CVE-2008-0951 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0951?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Vista.