Intrusion PreventionMS.Windows.winrt.DLL.Loading.Remote.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a remote Code Execution vulnerability in Microsoft Windows.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted RTF file. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application, via a crafted RTF file.
Affected Products
Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1
Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1
Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 8 for x64-based Systems
Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows 10 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 10 for x64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 1511 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 10 Version 1511 for x64-based Systems
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://technet.microsoft.com/library/security/MS16-007
Telemetry
Coverage
| IPS (Regular DB) | |
| IPS (Extended DB) |
| ID | 41932 |
| Created | Jan 12, 2016 |
| Updated | May 02, 2022 |
| Risk |
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| CVE ID | CVE-2016-0018 |
| Exploit Prediction Score | 36.92% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | Other |