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MS11-087: Vulnerability in Windows Kernel-Mode Drivers Could Allow Remote Code Execution (2639417)
high Nessus Plugin ID 57273
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Synopsis
The remote Windows kernel is affected by a remote code execution vulnerability.Description
The remote host is running a version of the Windows kernel that is affected by a remote code execution vulnerability. Specially crafted TrueType fonts are not properly handled, which could allow arbitrary code execution in kernel mode. A remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user into viewing a specially crafted TrueType font (e.g., via web or email).This vulnerability is reportedly being exploited in the wild by the Duqu malware.
Solution
Microsoft has released a set of patches for Windows XP, 2003, Vista, 2008, 7, and 2008 R2.See Also
https://www.symantec.com/connect/w32_duqu_precursor_next_stuxnet
http://www.nessus.org/u?5829938d
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/SecurityAdvisories/2011/2639658
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/SecurityBulletins/2011/ms11-087
Plugin Details
Severity: High
ID: 57273
File Name: smb_nt_ms11-087.nasl
Version: 1.23
Type: local
Agent: windows
Family: Windows : Microsoft Bulletins
Published: 12/13/2011
Updated: 11/15/2018
Supported Sensors: Nessus Agent, Nessus
Risk Information
VPR
Risk Factor: Critical
Score: 9.7
CVSS v2
Risk Factor: High
Base Score: 9.3
Temporal Score: 8.1
Vector: CVSS2#AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Vulnerability Information
CPE: cpe:/o:microsoft:windows
Required KB Items: SMB/MS_Bulletin_Checks/Possible
Exploit Available: true
Exploit Ease: Exploits are available
Patch Publication Date: 12/13/2011
Vulnerability Publication Date: 11/1/2011
Exploitable With
Core Impact
Reference Information
CVE: CVE-2011-3402
BID: 50462