CVE-2012-1851
First published: Wed Aug 15 2012(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in the Print Spooler service 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 response, aka "Print Spooler Service Format String Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =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-2012-1851?
CVE-2012-1851 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1851?
To fix CVE-2012-1851, install the security update provided by Microsoft as outlined in MS12-054.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2012-1851?
CVE-2012-1851 affects Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Server 2008.
Can CVE-2012-1851 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-1851 can be exploited remotely by attackers via a crafted response to the Print Spooler service.
What is the impact of CVE-2012-1851 on affected systems?
The impact of CVE-2012-1851 includes the ability for attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
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