Microsoft · Server Message Block · CVE-2006-2374
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Microsoft Windows versions prior to XP SP3 and Server 2003 SP2
**Description**
The issue is related to a denial of service vulnerability in the Server Message Block (SMB) driver. It allows local users to cause a system hang by calling the MrxSmbCscIoctlCloseForCopyChunk function with the file handle of the shadow device, resulting in a deadlock. This could allow an attacker to cause an affected system to stop responding.
**Recommendations**
For Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 and earlier, update to a newer version to mitigate the risk.
As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the MrxSmbCscIoctlCloseForCopyChunk function to minimize the risk of exploitation.