Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Windows Shell - MS12-048ID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:6345 | Date: (C)2012-07-11 (M)2023-12-14 |
Class: PATCH | Family: windows |
The host is missing an important security update according to Microsoft security bulletin, MS12-048. The update is required to fix remote code execution vulnerability. A flaw is present in the Windows Shell, which fails to handle a file or directory with a specially crafted name. Successful exploitation allows an attacker to gain sensitive information such as same user rights as the current user.
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows 7 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 |
Microsoft Windows Vista |
Microsoft Windows XP |