(MS11-041) Vulnerability in Windows Kernel-Mode Drivers Could Allow Remote Code Execution (2525694)
Severity: CRITICAL
CVE Identifier: CVE-2011-1873
Advisory Date: JUN 16, 2011
DESCRIPTION
A vulnerability was found in Windows which could allow remote code execution on a computer if the user visits a network share, or a website pointing to one, that contains a malicious Open Type font (OTF). An attacker would need to convince users to visit such sites via a link in an email or instant message. This security update resolves Windows' validation at the kernel level of Open Type fonts.
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.
SOLUTION
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems
- Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 1 and Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems and Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2
- Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems and Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2
- Windows 7 for x64-based Systems and Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1
- Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems and Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1
- Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems and Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1
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