CVE-2012-0174
First published: Wed May 09 2012(Updated: )
Windows Firewall in tcpip.sys in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 does not properly enforce firewall rules for outbound broadcast packets, which allows remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information by observing broadcast traffic on a local network, aka "Windows Firewall Bypass Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://osvdb.org/81730
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49114
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53352
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027044
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA12-129A.html
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2012/ms12-032
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75128
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15160
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0174?
CVE-2012-0174 is considered to have a medium severity level as it allows remote attackers to potentially access sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0174?
To fix CVE-2012-0174, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2012-0174?
CVE-2012-0174 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1.
What type of attack does CVE-2012-0174 exploit?
CVE-2012-0174 exploits the misconfiguration of the Windows Firewall which does not properly enforce firewall rules for outbound broadcast packets.
Can CVE-2012-0174 lead to data loss?
CVE-2012-0174 may not cause data loss directly, but it can result in unauthorized access to sensitive information, raising privacy concerns.
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