critical
9.3
CWE
94
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-0014: Code Injection

First published: Tue Feb 14 2012(Updated: )

Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2, 3.5.1, and 4, and Silverlight 4 before 4.1.10111, does not properly restrict access to memory associated with unmanaged objects, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a crafted XAML browser application (aka XBAP), (2) a crafted ASP.NET application, (3) a crafted .NET Framework application, or (4) a crafted Silverlight application, aka ".NET Framework Unmanaged Objects Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
All of
Any of
Microsoft .NET Framework=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5.1
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.0
Any of
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
All of
Any of
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.50524.00
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.50826.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.50917.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.51204.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60129.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60310.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60531.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60831.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.603310.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.1.10111
Any of
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft .NET Framework=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5.1
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.0
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.50524.00
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.50826.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.50917.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.51204.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60129.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60310.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60531.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.60831.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.0.603310.0
Microsoft Silverlight=4.1.10111
Apple iOS and macOS
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-0014?

    CVE-2012-0014 has a critical severity rating, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-0014?

    To fix CVE-2012-0014, apply the latest security updates for Microsoft .NET Framework and Silverlight.

  • Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2012-0014?

    CVE-2012-0014 affects Microsoft .NET Framework versions 2.0 SP2, 3.5.1, 4.0, and Silverlight 4 before 4.1.10111.

  • Can CVE-2012-0014 be exploited through web applications?

    Yes, CVE-2012-0014 can be exploited via crafted XAML browser applications or ASP.NET applications.

  • What are the components involved in CVE-2012-0014?

    CVE-2012-0014 involves vulnerabilities in Microsoft .NET Framework and Silverlight, affecting their handling of unmanaged object memory.

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