Vulnerability Note VU#119262

Microsoft Windows kernel fails to reset values in CPU data structures

Overview

A vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows kernel could allow an attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition.

I. Description

The Microsoft Windows kernel is responsible for handling processor resources and system services such as device and memory management. There is a vulnerability in the way the Windows kernel resets values in CPU data structures. Exploitation of this vulnerability could cause the system to stop responding.

II. Impact

A local, authenticated attacker could cause a denial-of-service condition.

III. Solution

Apply Patch

Microsoft has provided a patch to address this vulnerability. For a list of affected versions and details on obtaining the patch, please refer to Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-032.

Systems Affected

Vendor	Status	Date Notified	Date Updated
Microsoft Corporation	Vulnerable	13-Oct-2004

References

http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/MS04-032.mspx
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/winntas/training/ntarchitectoview/ntarc_2.mspx
http://securitytracker.com/alerts/2004/Oct/1011645.html
http://secunia.com/advisories/12804/

Credit

This vulnerability was reported by Microsoft. Microsoft credits hlt for discovering the vulnerability.

This document was written by Damon Morda and is based on information provided by Microsoft.

Other Information

Date Public:	2004-10-12
Date First Published:	2004-10-13
Date Last Updated:	2004-10-15
CERT Advisory:
CVE-ID(s):	CAN-2004-0211
NVD-ID(s):	CAN-2004-0211
US-CERT Technical Alerts:
Metric:	2.36
Document Revision:	12

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