ID:1593 - Exploit for Insecure dll. library loading in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2015-0096

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Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the way Microsoft Windows parses shortcuts. A remote attacker can place a specially crafted .dll file along with an icon file on a remote SMB or WebDav share, trick the victim into opening that document and execute arbitrary code on the target system with privileges of the current user.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

Note: the vulnerability was being actively exploited.

Remediation