How severe is CVE-2007-1763?

CVE-2007-1763 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-1763 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-1763?

CVE-2007-1763 affects Microsoft Windows Vista. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1763?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-1763 published?

CVE-2007-1763 was published on 2007-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-1763

CVE-2007-1763 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Vista with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 18% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 18% (97th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Microsoft Windows Vista
Published: 2007-03-30
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The ATI kernel driver (atikmdag.sys) in Microsoft Windows Vista allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted JPG image, as demonstrated by a slideshow, possibly due to a buffer overflow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1763?: The ATI kernel driver (atikmdag.sys) in Microsoft Windows Vista allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted JPG image, as demonstrated by a slideshow, possibly due to a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2007-1763?: CVE-2007-1763 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-1763 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-1763?: CVE-2007-1763 affects Microsoft Windows Vista. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1763?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-1763 published?: CVE-2007-1763 was published on 2007-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_vista:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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