Title: Microsoft Windows Shell New Hardware Local Privilege Escalation
Info
Disclosure
Feb 13, 2007
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Feb 13, 2007
Description
Windows contains an unspecified flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain access to unauthorized privileges. The issue is triggered by an unspecified flaw in the way Windows detects and installs new hardware. This flaw may lead to a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Attack Type Unknown
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Solution:
Solution Unknown
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified,
Vendor Verified
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability.