CVE-2014-4149

Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, 4.5, 4.5.1, and 4.5.2 does not properly perform TypeFilterLevel checks, which allows remote attackers…

published November 11, 2014

CVSS
—
EPSS
21%
Percentile
97.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A missing TypeFilterLevel check is like a security guard who forgets to check IDs at a party — anyone can stroll right in! Imagine a restaurant that serves food without verifying the ingredients — a recipe for disaster if someone slips in something toxic. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious data into a .NET Remoting endpoint, bypassing important security checks. If exploited, this oversight could lead to remote code execution, allowing attackers to execute any commands they like. It's a serious risk that could compromise sensitive systems and data, so it's definitely worth addressing!

Put simply

Imagine a restaurant that serves food without verifying the ingredients — a recipe for disaster if someone slips in something toxic. This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious data into a .NET Remoting endpoint, bypassing important security checks. This vulnerability arises because the .NET Framework fails to properly validate TypeFilterLevel checks, allowing crafted data to reach the remoting endpoint without sufficient scrutiny.

What to do

If exploited, this oversight could lead to remote code execution, allowing attackers to execute any commands they like. It's a serious risk that could compromise sensitive systems and data, so it's definitely worth addressing! To mitigate this risk, ensure your .NET Framework versions are updated to the latest secure releases. If you’re still using versions 1.1, 2.0, 3.5, or 4.5, consider upgrading as soon as possible to avoid potential exploitation. You've got this! With the right updates, you can secure your systems and keep the bad guys out! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.21441 · 97.6th percentile
Published
2014-11-11T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 NOV 22:00Z
    Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, 4.5, 4.5.1, and 4.5.2 does not properly perform TypeFilterLevel checks, which allows remote attackers…
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