CVE-2015-0015
HighSummary
A vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Server 2012 Gold and R2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through crafted username strings. This affects Internet Authentication Service (IAS) and Network Policy Server (NPS).
Risk Assessment
Attackers can cause system hangs and RADIUS outages, leading to significant disruptions in the organization's network services.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update systems to the latest versions and monitor logs for suspicious login attempts.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Server 2012 Gold and R2 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system hang and RADIUS outage) via crafted username strings to (1) Internet Authentication Service (IAS) or (2) Network Policy Server (NPS), aka "Network Policy Server RADIUS Implementation Denial of Service Vulnerability."