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The IP Security feature in Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 8.0 and 8.5 does not properly process wildcard allow and deny rules for domains within the "IP Address and Domain Restrictions" list. This makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass an intended rule set via an HTTP request. This vulnerability is also known as "IIS Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability."
Overview
The vulnerability lies in the IP Security feature of Microsoft IIS 8.0 and 8.5. The improper processing of wildcard allow and deny rules for domains within the "IP Address and Domain Restrictions" list allows remote attackers to bypass intended rule sets via an HTTP request. This vulnerability was first made public on November 11, 2014.
Remediation
Microsoft has released a security update to address this vulnerability. Users are advised to apply the update immediately. The update is available at the Microsoft Security Bulletin MS14-076. More details can be found in the references section.
References
- Microsoft Security Bulletin MS14-076: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-076
- Security Focus (BID 70937): http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70937
- Security Tracker (ID 1031194): http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031194
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- InformationInformation
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
