CVE-2012-1855
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CVE-2012-1855 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, and 4.5 does not properly handle function pointers, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted XAML browser application (aka XBAP) or (2) a crafted .NET Framework application, aka ".NET Framework Memory Access Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 20.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, and 4.5 does not properly handle function pointers, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted XAML browser application (aka XBAP) or (2) a crafted .NET Framework application, aka ".NET Framework Memory Access Vulnerability."
Metrics
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | .Net Framework | 2.0 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | .Net Framework | 3.5.1 | — |
| Microsoft | .Net Framework | 4.0 | — |
References
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA12-164A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA12-164A.htmlUS Government Resource
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- Status
- Modified
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