CVE-2011-0664

Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP1 and SP2, 3.5 Gold and SP1, 3.5.1, and 4.0, and Silverlight 4 before 4.0.60531.0, does not properly validate arguments to…

published June 16, 2011

CVSS
—
EPSS
16%
Percentile
96.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty XAML browser app is all it takes to exploit this vulnerability! The .NET Framework's failure to validate arguments could let attackers pull off some sneaky tricks. 😱 Imagine a restaurant that takes any order without checking ingredients — a recipe for disaster! This vulnerability acts like that, allowing malicious apps to run without proper scrutiny, leading to unexpected results. If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the server, effectively taking control of the application environment. It's like giving a stranger the keys to your vault — they could steal, alter, or destroy your valuable data without you realizing it!

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant that takes any order without checking ingredients — a recipe for disaster! This vulnerability acts like that, allowing malicious apps to run without proper scrutiny, leading to unexpected results. This vulnerability in the .NET Framework and Silverlight arises from improper validation of arguments in networking API functions. Attackers can deliver malicious payloads through crafted applications, exploiting the framework's trust in user inputs.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the server, effectively taking control of the application environment. It's like giving a stranger the keys to your vault — they could steal, alter, or destroy your valuable data without you realizing it! To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure you're running the latest updates for the .NET Framework and Silverlight. Check that you're on at least version 4.0.60531.0 and consider implementing strict input validation in your applications. You’ve got this! By keeping your software up-to-date, you’ll lock down your defenses in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.16006 · 96.9th percentile
Published
2011-06-16T20:21Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 JUN 20:21Z
    Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP1 and SP2, 3.5 Gold and SP1, 3.5.1, and 4.0, and Silverlight 4 before 4.0.60531.0, does not properly validate arguments to…
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