MS15-101: Description of the security update for the .NET Framework 4.5, 4.5.1, and 4.5.2 on Windows 7 Service Pack 1, Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1, Windows Vista Service Pack 2, and Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2: September 8, 2015

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Summary

This update resolves vulnerabilities in the Microsoft .NET Framework that could allow elevation of privilege if a user runs a specially crafted .NET Framework application. To learn more about this vulnerability, see Microsoft Security Bulletin MS15-101.

To install this update, you must have Windows Installer 3.1 or a later version installed on the computer.

How to obtain and install this update

Method 1: Windows Update

This update is available through Windows Update. When you turn on automatic updating, this update will be downloaded and installed automatically. For more information about how to turn on automatic updating, see Get security updates automatically.

Method 2: Microsoft Download Center

You can obtain the stand-alone update package through the Microsoft Download Center. To install this update, follow the installation instructions on the download page.

Download security update 3074550

Update deployment information

For deployment information about this update, see Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 3089662.

Update removal information

Note We do not recommend that you remove any security update.

To remove this update, use the Programs and Features item in Control Panel.

Update restart information

This update does not require a system restart after you apply it unless files that are being updated are locked or are being used.

Update replacement information

This update does not replace any previously released update.

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File information

The English (United States) version of this update installs files that have the attributes that are listed in the following tables. The dates and the times for these files are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The dates and the times for these files on your local computer are displayed in your local time together with your current daylight saving time (DST) bias. Additionally, the dates and the times may change when you perform certain operations on the files.

For all supported x86-based versions of systemsGDR service branchFile name	File version	File size	Date	Time
System.DirectoryServices.Protocols.dll	4.0.30319.34270	194,320	21-Jul-2015	08:34
System.Drawing.dll	4.0.30319.34270	589,504	21-Jul-2015	08:34
LDR service branchFile name	File version	File size	Date	Time
—	—	—	—	—
System.DirectoryServices.Protocols.dll	4.0.30319.36310	194,320	21-Jul-2015	08:06
System.Drawing.dll	4.0.30319.36310	589,504	21-Jul-2015	08:06
For all supported x64-based versions of systemsGDR service branchFile name	File version	File size	Date	Time
—	—	—	—	—
System.DirectoryServices.Protocols.dll	4.0.30319.34270	194,320	21-Jul-2015	08:34
System.Drawing.dll	4.0.30319.34270	589,504	21-Jul-2015	08:34
LDR service branchFile name	File version	File size	Date	Time
—	—	—	—	—
System.DirectoryServices.Protocols.dll	4.0.30319.36310	194,320	21-Jul-2015	08:06
System.Drawing.dll	4.0.30319.36310	589,504	21-Jul-2015	08:06

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How to obtain help and support for this security update

Help for installing updates: Support for Microsoft Update

Security solutions for IT professionals: TechNet Security Troubleshooting and Support

Help for protecting your Windows-based computer from viruses and malware: Virus Solution and Security Center

Local support according to your country: International Support

Applies toThis article applies to the following:

• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.2 when used with:
  • Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1
  • Windows 7 Service Pack 1
  • Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2
  • Windows Vista Service Pack 2
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.1 when used with:
  • Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1
  • Windows 7 Service Pack 1
  • Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2
  • Windows Vista Service Pack 2
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 when used with:
  • Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1
  • Windows 7 Service Pack 1
  • Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2
  • Windows Vista Service Pack 2