CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-3228

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2 SP1, and Windows Server 2012 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted NetLogon request, known as 'Windows Netlogon Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.'

Risk Assessment

The risk involves the potential for remote code execution by authenticated users, which could lead to system compromise. Organizations should be aware of the risks associated with unauthorized access to critical resources.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update systems to the latest versions and implement appropriate security measures to restrict access to NetLogon functions to trusted users only.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1 and Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted NetLogon request, aka "Windows Netlogon Memory Corruption Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS