CVE-2016-0033: Code Injection

Published Feb 10, 2016
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Updated

Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.6, and 4.6.1 does not prevent recursive compilation of XSLT transforms, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (performance degradation) via crafted XSLT data, aka ".NET Framework Stack Overflow Denial of Service Vulnerability."

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft .NET Framework=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5.1
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.5.2
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.6
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.6.1

Event History

Feb 10, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0033?

CVE-2016-0033 has a CVSS score indicating a high severity due to its potential for causing denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-0033?

To fix CVE-2016-0033, install the latest updates and patches provided by Microsoft for the affected .NET Framework versions.

3

What versions of .NET Framework are affected by CVE-2016-0033?

CVE-2016-0033 affects Microsoft .NET Framework versions 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.6, and 4.6.1.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2016-0033 facilitate?

CVE-2016-0033 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability for denial of service through crafted XSLT data.

5

What is the primary impact of CVE-2016-0033 on systems?

The primary impact of CVE-2016-0033 is performance degradation resulting in denial of service on the affected systems.

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