CVE-2012-1896: Infoleak
First published: Wed Nov 14 2012(Updated: )
Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2 and 3.5.1 does not properly consider trust levels during construction of output data, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via (1) a crafted XAML browser application (aka XBAP) or (2) a crafted .NET Framework application, aka "Code Access Security Info Disclosure Vulnerability."
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework | =2.0-sp2 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| 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 | |
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework | =3.5.1 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework | =2.0-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework | =3.5.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51236
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56456
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027753
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA12-318A.html
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2012/ms12-074
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15785
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1896?
CVE-2012-1896 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to sensitive information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1896?
To fix CVE-2012-1896, update your .NET Framework to the latest version available from Microsoft.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2012-1896?
CVE-2012-1896 can be exploited through crafted XAML browser applications or .NET Framework applications.
Which versions of .NET Framework are affected by CVE-2012-1896?
CVE-2012-1896 specifically affects Microsoft .NET Framework versions 2.0 SP2 and 3.5.1.
What platforms are vulnerable to CVE-2012-1896?
CVE-2012-1896 impacts various Windows platforms including Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7 among others.
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