Vulnerability in Windows installer service could allow elevation of privilege - MS14-047ID: oval:org.secpod.oval:def:20773 | Date: (C)2014-08-14 (M)2021-09-11 |
Class: PATCH | Family: windows |
The host is missing an important security update according to Microsoft security bulletin, MS14-049. The update is required to fix an elevation of privilege vulnerability. A flaw is present in the application, which improperly handles the repair of a previously installed application. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full administrative rights.
Platform: |
Microsoft Windows 7 |
Microsoft Windows 8 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 |
Microsoft Windows 8.1 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 |
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 |
Microsoft Windows Vista |