CVE-2012-1867:Integer overflow vulnerability in win32k.sys in Microsoft Windows allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted TrueType font file.

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The vulnerability exists in the kernel-mode drivers of various Microsoft Windows operating systems, including Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7. A local user can exploit this vulnerability by using a specially crafted TrueType font file to trigger incorrect memory allocation, leading to an integer overflow. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow the attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.

Overview

This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2012-1867, affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems, including Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7. It allows local users to escalate their privileges by exploiting an integer overflow in the win32k.sys kernel-mode drivers. The vulnerability is classified as a Font Resource Refcount Integer Overflow Vulnerability.

Remediation

To mitigate this vulnerability, Microsoft released security updates as part of the MS12-041 bulletin. Users and administrators are advised to apply the necessary patches provided by Microsoft to address this issue. Additionally, it is recommended to exercise caution when handling TrueType font files from untrusted sources to prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.

References

  1. US-CERT Technical Alert TA12-164A: Link
  2. OVAL Definition oval:org.mitre.oval:def:15510: Link
  3. Microsoft Security Bulletin MS12-041: Link

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  1. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  4. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  5. Information
    Information
  6. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  7. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  8. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  9. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  10. Construction
    Construction
  11. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  12. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  13. Mining
    Mining
  14. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  15. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  16. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  17. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  18. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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