Vulnerability identifier: #VU1377
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-119
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The vulnerability allows a local attacker to obtain elevated privileges on vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists in Graphics Rendering Engine when processing Enhanced Metafile (EMF) image format files. A local user create a specially crafted EMF file and execute arbitrary code on vulnerable system with elevated privileges.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a local user to obtain full access to vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install the following updates from Microsoft website:
Vulnerable software versions
Windows: 2000, XP, Vista
Windows Server: 2003
External links
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/security/ms07-017.aspx
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.