(MS11-070) Vulnerability in WINS Could Allow Elevation of Privilege (2571621)
Severity: MEDIUM
CVE Identifier: CVE-2011-1984
Advisory Date: SEP 14, 2011
DESCRIPTION
This security update addresses an undisclosed vulnerability in Windows Internet Name service (WINS), which may allow an elevation of privilege. This may happen once users receive a specially made WINS packet on an affected system with WINS. However, attackers need valid logon credentials before exploiting this software bug locally.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Trend Micro Deep Security shields networks through Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) rules. Trend Micro customers using OfficeScan with Intrusion Defense Firewall (IDF) plugin are also protected from attacks using these vulnerabilities. Please refer to the filter number and filter name when applying appropriate DPI and/or IDF rules.
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems
- Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems and Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1