CVE-2014-4118: Code Injection

Published Nov 11, 2014

Updated

XML Core Services (aka MSXML) 3.0 in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (system-state corruption) via crafted XML content, aka "MSXML Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Affected Software

12 affected components

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Remediation

Patch Available

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-067

Event History

Nov 11, 2014

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-4118?

CVE-2014-4118 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4118?

To fix CVE-2014-4118, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft as outlined in their security bulletin.

What systems are affected by CVE-2014-4118?

CVE-2014-4118 affects multiple Microsoft Windows versions including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and various server editions.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-4118?

CVE-2014-4118 is an arbitrary code execution vulnerability in Microsoft XML Core Services.

Can CVE-2014-4118 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-4118 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.