TA11-221A: Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities

Original release date: August 09, 2011
Last revised: --
Source: US-CERT

Systems Affected

  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Office
  • Internet Explorer
  • .NET Framework
  • Microsoft Developer Tools

Overview

There are multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, .NET Framework, and Microsoft Developer Tools. Microsoft has released updates to address these vulnerabilities.


I. Description

The Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for August 2011 describes multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, .NET Framework, and Microsoft Developer Tools. Microsoft has released updates to address these vulnerabilities.


II. Impact

A remote, unauthenticated attacker could execute arbitrary code, cause a denial of service, or gain unauthorized access to your files or system.


III. Solution

Apply updates

Microsoft has provided updates for these vulnerabilities in the Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for August 2011. That bulletin describes any known issues related to the updates. Administrators are encouraged to note these issues and test for any potentially adverse effects. In addition, administrators should consider using an automated-update distribution system such as Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).


IV. References



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Revision History

August 09, 2011: Initial release