(MS14-053) Vulnerability in .NET Framework Could Allow Denial of Service (2990931)
Severity: HIGH
CVE Identifier: CVE-2014-4072
Advisory Date: OCT 30, 2014
DESCRIPTION
This security update addresses a vulnerability found in Microsoft .NET Framework. Once exploited successfully, it can allow denial of service via specially crafted requests to an affected .NET-enabled website.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Trend Micro Deep Security shields networks through the following Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) rules. Trend Micro customers using OfficeScan with Intrusion Defense Firewall (IDF) plugin are also protected from attacks using these vulnerabilities.
SOLUTION
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 Service Pack 1
- Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 Service Pack 2
- Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5
- Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.1
- Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.2
- Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5
- Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 Service Pack 2
- Microsoft .NET Framework 4
- Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.1
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