CVE-2007-3724: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2007-3724: The process scheduler in the Microsoft Windows XP kernel does not make use of the process statistics kept b...

The process scheduler in the Microsoft Windows XP kernel does not make use of the process statistics kept by the kernel, performs scheduling based on CPU billing gathered from periodic process sampling ticks, and gives preference to "interactive" processes that perform voluntary sleeps, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption), as described in "Secretly Monopolizing the CPU Without Superuser Privileges."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 14:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a Windows XP kernel scheduling weakness where a local, unprivileged user could consume excessive CPU by abusing how interactive processes are favored. The business impact is denial of service on affected Windows XP systems, not data theft or remote takeover based on the provided sources. Exposure is limited to systems running Microsoft Windows XP as described by the CVE. The provided sources do not identify other affected Windows versions, specific editions, configurations, or patched builds. Treat this as a legacy platform risk. Prioritize any Windows XP systems that support business operations, are shared by multiple users, or sit near sensitive environments. Urgency is lower than remote code execution, but unsupported legacy hosts can create operational outages. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems that still run Microsoft Windows XP.; Remove or upgrade exposed Windows XP systems where feasible.; Restrict local interactive access to trusted users only..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 04:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 12, 2007, 16:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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