Description
The Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 is configured by default to trust sessmgr.exe, which allows local users to use sessmgr.exe to create a local listening port that bypasses the ICF access controls.
Product(s):
- Microsoft Windows XP Gold Professional
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 Home Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 Media Center Edition
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional Gold
- Microsoft windows xp_sp2 media_center
Question to Ask Vendors:
- Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2004-2176, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
- What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2004-2176 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?
Recommended Actions:
- Check out the advisory links provided below.