HTTP: Microsoft .NET Framework Improper Execution of Function Pointer
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Microsoft's .NET Framework. A successful attack can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Extended Description
Microsoft .NET Framework is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability. Successful exploits will allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected application. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in a denial-of-service condition. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/security/advisory/2718704
Affected Products
Microsoft .net_framework
References
BugTraq: 53861
CVE: CVE-2012-1855
URL: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/security/bulletin/ms12-038 http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1027149
Short Name
HTTP:STC:DL:MSDOTNET-FUNC-PTR
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
.NET CVE-2012-1855 Execution Framework Function Improper Microsoft Pointer bid:53861 of
Release Date
06/14/2012
Supported Platforms
srx-branch-12.3
srx-19.3
srx-branch-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.2
srx-branch-19.4
vsrx-19.4
mx-12.3
mx-19.4
vmx-19.4
mx-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.4
srx-19.4
vsrx-12.3
vmx-19.3
vsrx-19.2
srx-12.3
Sigpack Version
3336
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors
Microsoft
CVSS Score
9.3