DNS NAPTR Query Vulnerability (CVE-2011-1966)
Severity: CRITICAL
CVE Identifier: CVE-2011-1966,MS11-058
Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015
DESCRIPTION
The DNS server in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1 does not properly handle NAPTR queries that trigger recursive processing, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted query, aka "DNS NAPTR Query Vulnerability."
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.
SOLUTION
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1004761
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Name: 1004761 - DNS NAPTR Query Vulnerability (CVE-2011-1966)
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- microsoft windows_server_2008
- microsoft windows_server_2008 r2
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