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Windows XP SP2 Firewall Critical Update (886185)

high Nessus Plugin ID 15996

Synopsis

The remote host has a flaw that could allow access controls to be circumvented.

Description

The remote version of Microsoft Windows XP SP2 lacks the critical security update 886185.

This update fixes a flaw that renders the SP2 firewall ineffective when the user connects to the internet using a dialup connection.

Solution

Apply the latest Windows XP service pack or the patch referenced in KB886185.

See Also

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/886185

Plugin Details

Severity: High

ID: 15996

File Name: smb_nt_886185.nasl

Version: 1.16

Type: local

Agent: windows

Family: Windows

Published: 12/17/2004

Updated: 11/15/2018

Supported Sensors: Nessus Agent, Nessus

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/o:microsoft:windows

Required KB Items: SMB/Registry/Enumerated

Exploit Available: true

Exploit Ease: No exploit is required

Vulnerability Publication Date: 12/15/2004

Reference Information

BID: 12057