CVE-2012-5362
First published: Thu Feb 20 2020(Updated: )
The IPv6 implementation in Microsoft Windows 7 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a flood of ICMPv6 Neighbor Solicitation messages, a different vulnerability than CVE-2010-4669.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-5362?
CVE-2012-5362 is a vulnerability in the IPv6 implementation in Microsoft Windows 7 and earlier that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a flood of ICMPv6 Neighbor Solicitation messages.
How does CVE-2012-5362 affect Microsoft Windows 7?
CVE-2012-5362 affects Microsoft Windows 7 by allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service through flooding ICMPv6 Neighbor Solicitation messages.
How severe is CVE-2012-5362?
CVE-2012-5362 has a severity rating of 7.5, which is considered high.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2012-5362?
The CWE ID for CVE-2012-5362 is 400.
Are there any references available for CVE-2012-5362?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2012-5362 at the following URLs: http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/10/10/12, https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56170/info
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