Summary
This host is missing an important security update according to Microsoft Bulletin MS11-048.
Impact
Successful exploitation could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and cause a denial of service or compromise a vulnerable system.
Impact Level: System
Solution
Run Windows Update and update the listed hotfixes or download and update mentioned hotfixes in the advisory from the below link, http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/Bulletin/MS11-048.mspx
Insight
The flaw is caused when Microsoft Server Message Block (SMB) protocol software improperly handles SMB packets, including some pre-authentication scenarios.
Affected
Microsoft Windows 7 Service Pack 1 and prior
Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 1/2 and prior Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 1/2 and prior
References
Severity
Classification
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CVE CVE-2011-1267 -
CVSS Base Score: 7.8
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
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