14707 : Multiple Video Card Memory Clear Issue
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10 months ago

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90%

Disclosure
Feb 23, 2005

Discovery
Unknown

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Exploit
Feb 23, 2005

Solution
Unknown

Description

 Multiple video cards do not properly clear the on-card buffers that handle video functions. When a user switches video modes, starts or exits a program that utilizes these functions, or reboots the computer, there is a chance that portions of the previous session or video display may be disclosed to a different user. For a brief period, these sessions may disclose sensitive information from a previous user if the workstation is shared by multiple users.

Classification

 Location: Physical Access Required
Attack Type: Information Disclosure
Impact: Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit: Exploit Available
OSVDB: Concern

Solution

 Currently, there are no known upgrades or patches to correct this issue. It is possible to correct the flaw by implementing the following workaround: Restrict access to the computer workstation.

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