Microsoft Windows Library Loading CVE-2016-0148 Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Windows is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability. An attacker can leverage this issue to execute arbitrary code in the context of the currently logged-in user. Failed exploit attempts will result in a denial of service condition.

Technologies Affected

• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1
• Microsoft Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems SP1
• Microsoft Windows 7 for x64-based Systems SP1
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems SP1
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems SP2
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems SP2
• Microsoft Windows Vista SP2
• Microsoft Windows Vista x64 Edition SP2

Recommendations

Block external access at the network boundary, unless external parties require service.
If global access isn’t needed, block access at the network perimeter to computers hosting the vulnerable operating system.

Deploy network intrusion detection systems to monitor network traffic for malicious activity.
Deploy NIDS to monitor network traffic for signs of anomalous or suspicious activity such as unexplained incoming and outgoing traffic. This may indicate exploit attempts or activity that results from successful exploits.

Do not accept or execute files from untrusted or unknown sources.
To reduce the likelihood of successful exploits, never handle files that originate from unfamiliar or untrusted sources.

Do not use client software to access unknown or untrusted hosts from critical systems.
To limit the risk of exploits, never connect to unknown or untrusted services.

Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.