MS.MSXML.Race.Condition.Memory.Corruption
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a remote code-execution vulnerability in Microsoft XML Core Services.
The vulnerability results from insecure code in the DLL responsible for parsing
nested tags in XML files. It can be exploited via a crafted web page or an HTML e-mail, leading to remote code execution.
Affected Products
Microsoft XML Core Services 3.0
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the patch, available from the vendor's web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/ms08-069.mspx
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |