Windows contains a flaw that may allow a remote denial of service. The issue is triggered when the kernel processes malformed WRITE_ANDX SMB packets, and will result in loss of availability for the platform.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Denial of Service
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Solution:
Patch / RCS
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
Vendor Verified,
Third-party Verified,
Uncoordinated Disclosure
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability.