MS.Windows.Management.Console.File.Format.DoS
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit an Denial of Service vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Explorer.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a malformed .msc file. A remote attacker may be able to crash vulnerable systems via a crafted .msc file.
Affected Products
Windows Vista
Windows 7
Windows 8
Windows 8.1
Windows Server 2003
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2
Impact
Denial of Service: Remote attackers can crash vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
http://technet.microsoft.com/security/bulletin/MS15-054
Telemetry
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