CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-3417

First published: Fri Dec 30 2011(Updated: )

The Forms Authentication feature in the ASP.NET subsystem in Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5 SP1, 3.5.1, and 4.0, when sliding expiry is enabled, does not properly handle cached content, which allows remote attackers to obtain access to arbitrary user accounts via a crafted URL, aka "ASP.NET Forms Authentication Ticket Caching Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3-unknown
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-3417?

    CVE-2011-3417 is rated as important, as it allows attackers to gain access to arbitrary user accounts.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-3417?

    To fix CVE-2011-3417, update your Microsoft .NET Framework to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

  • What platforms are affected by CVE-2011-3417?

    CVE-2011-3417 affects Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows XP, and various versions of Windows Server.

  • Can CVE-2011-3417 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2011-3417 can be exploited remotely through a crafted URL.

  • Is sliding expiry related to CVE-2011-3417?

    Yes, the vulnerability occurs when sliding expiry is enabled in the Forms Authentication feature.

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