Title: Microsoft Windows Kernel ANI File Parsing DoS
Info
Disclosure
Dec 20, 2004
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Dec 20, 2004
Solution
Unknown
Description
Windows contains a flaw that may allow a local denial of service. The issue is triggered when an ANI file containing the rate number or frame number set to '0' in the file header is opened, and will result in loss of availability for the platform.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Denial of Service,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability.