CVE-2016-7270: High severity microsoft .net framework 4 vulnerability

Published Dec 20, 2016
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Updated

The Data Provider for SQL Server in Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.2 mishandles a developer-supplied key, which allows remote attackers to bypass the Always Encrypted protection mechanism and obtain sensitive cleartext information by leveraging key guessability, aka ".NET Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.6.2

Event History

Dec 20, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:54 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:54 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-7270?

CVE-2016-7270 has a high severity rating due to its potential to expose sensitive information.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-7270?

To fix CVE-2016-7270, upgrade to a version of Microsoft .NET Framework newer than 4.6.2 that includes security updates.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7270?

CVE-2016-7270 is an information disclosure vulnerability that affects the Data Provider for SQL Server.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2016-7270?

Users and applications utilizing Microsoft .NET Framework version 4.6.2 are affected by CVE-2016-7270.

5

What does CVE-2016-7270 allow attackers to do?

CVE-2016-7270 allows attackers to bypass the Always Encrypted protection mechanism to obtain sensitive cleartext information.

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