CVE-2012-0175: Code Injection
First published: Tue Jul 10 2012(Updated: )
The Shell in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 Gold and SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted name for a (1) file or (2) directory, aka "Command Injection Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0175?
CVE-2012-0175 has a severity rating of important due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0175?
To fix CVE-2012-0175, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2012-0175?
CVE-2012-0175 affects Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2008 SP2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0175?
CVE-2012-0175 is classified as a command injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
When was CVE-2012-0175 published?
CVE-2012-0175 was published in July 2012 as part of Microsoft's security updates.
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