Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities

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Microsoft Updates for Multiple Vulnerabilities

Original release date: December 13, 2011
Last revised: --
Source: US-CERT


Systems Affected

* Microsoft Windows
* Microsoft Office
* Internet Explorer


Overview

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


I. Description

The Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for December 2011 describes
multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows. Microsoft has
released updates to address the vulnerabilities. Additional details
for MS11-091 can be found in US-CERT vulnerability note VU#361441.


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 December 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

* Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for December 2011 -
<https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/security/bulletin/ms11-dec>

* Microsoft Windows Server Update Services -
<http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/wsus/default.aspx>

* US-CERT Vulnerability Note VU#361441 -
<http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/361441>