What is the severity of CVE-2011-3401?

CVE-2011-3401 is considered to have a critical severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2011-3401?

To fix CVE-2011-3401, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft, specifically those referenced in their security bulletins.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2011-3401?

CVE-2011-3401 affects Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP2, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1.

What type of attack does CVE-2011-3401 exploit?

CVE-2011-3401 exploits a memory corruption vulnerability through crafted .dvr-ms files.

Can CVE-2011-3401 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2011-3401 can potentially be exploited remotely without requiring user interaction, making it particularly dangerous.

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CVE-2011-3401

critical

9.3

CWE

14/12/2011

6/8/2024

CVE-2011-3401: Code Injection

First published: Wed Dec 14 2011(Updated: )

ENCDEC.DLL in Windows Media Player and Media Center in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP2, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .dvr-ms file, aka "Windows Media Player DVR-MS Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp2
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp3
Microsoft Windows XP	=2005-sp3
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-3401?
CVE-2011-3401 is considered to have a critical severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3401?
To fix CVE-2011-3401, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft, specifically those referenced in their security bulletins.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2011-3401?
CVE-2011-3401 affects Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP2, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-3401 exploit?
CVE-2011-3401 exploits a memory corruption vulnerability through crafted .dvr-ms files.
Can CVE-2011-3401 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2011-3401 can potentially be exploited remotely without requiring user interaction, making it particularly dangerous.

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