Security Bulletin
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS13-099 - Critical
Vulnerability in Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library Could Allow Remote Code Execution (2909158)
Published: December 10, 2013
Version: 1.0
General Information
Executive Summary
This security update resolves a privately reported vulnerability in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if an attacker convinces a user to visit a specially crafted website or a website that hosts specially crafted content. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the local user. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
This security update is rated Critical for Windows Script 5.6, Windows Script 5.7, and Windows Script 5.8 where affected on all supported releases of Microsoft Windows. For more information, see the subsection, Affected and Non-Affected Software, in this section.
The security update addresses the vulnerability by modifying how the Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library handles objects in memory. For more information about the vulnerability, see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) subsection for the specific vulnerability entry under the next section, Vulnerability Information.
Recommendation. Most customers have automatic updating enabled and will not need to take any action because this security update will be downloaded and installed automatically. Customers who have not enabled automatic updating need to check for updates and install this update manually. For information about specific configuration options in automatic updating, see Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 294871.
For administrators and enterprise installations, or end users who want to install this security update manually, Microsoft recommends that customers apply the update immediately using update management software, or by checking for updates using the Microsoft Update service.
See also the section, Detection and Deployment Tools and Guidance, later in this bulletin.
Knowledge Base Article
| Knowledge Base Article | 2909158 |
|---|---|
| File information | Yes |
| SHA1/SHA2 hashes | Yes |
| Known issues | None |
Affected and Non-Affected Software
The following software has been tested to determine which versions or editions are affected. Other versions or editions are either past their support life cycle or are not affected. To determine the support life cycle for your software version or edition, see Microsoft Support Lifecycle.
Affected Software
| Operating System | Component | Maximum Security Impact | Aggregate Severity Rating | Updates Replaced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows XP | ||||
| Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.6 (2892076) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2003 | ||||
| Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.6 (2892076) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.6 (2892076) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Windows Script 5.6 (2892076) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Vista | ||||
| Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2008 | ||||
| Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows 7 | ||||
| Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows 2008 R2 | ||||
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 | ||||
| Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows 8 for x64-based Systems | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||||
| Windows Server 2012 | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2012 R2 | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows RT and Windows RT 8.1 | ||||
| Windows RT | Windows Script 5.8[1] (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows RT 8.1 | Windows Script 5.8[1] (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Server Core installation option | ||||
| Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | Windows Script 5.7 (2892075) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
| Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) | Windows Script 5.8 (2892074) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
[1]This update is available via Windows Update.
Update FAQ
Are Windows 8.1 Preview, Windows RT 8.1 Preview, and Windows Server 2012 R2 Preview affected by any of the vulnerabilities addressed in this bulletin?
Yes. The 2892074 update is available for Windows 8.1 Preview, Windows RT 8.1 Preview, and Windows Server 2012 R2 Preview. Customers running these operating systems are encouraged to apply the update to their systems. The update is available on Windows Update.
How do I determine which version of Windows Script is installed on my system?
The table below shows the versions of Windows Script that are installed by default on supported operating systems.
| Windows Script 5.6\ installed by default on: | Windows Script 5.7\ installed by default on: | Windows Script 5.8\ installed by default on: |
|---|---|---|
| Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Windows 7 Service Pack 1 |
| Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Windows 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 |
| Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 | Windows 8 | |
| Windows 8.1 | ||
| Windows Server 2012 | ||
| Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Windows RT | ||
| Windows RT 8.1 |
It is possible that a newer version of Windows Script was downloaded and installed on your system. To verify which version is installed, search your hard drive for scrrun.dll and display its properties; the version shown on the Details tab corresponds to the version of Windows Script installed on your system.
I am using an older release of the software discussed in this security bulletin. What should I do?
The affected software listed in this bulletin has been tested to determine which releases are affected. Other releases are past their support life cycle. For more information about the product lifecycle, see the Microsoft Support Lifecycle website.
It should be a priority for customers who have older releases of the software to migrate to supported releases to prevent potential exposure to vulnerabilities. To determine the support lifecycle for your software release, see Select a Product for Lifecycle Information. For more information about service packs for these software releases, see Service Pack Lifecycle Support Policy.
Customers who require custom support for older software must contact their Microsoft account team representative, their Technical Account Manager, or the appropriate Microsoft partner representative for custom support options. Customers without an Alliance, Premier, or Authorized Contract can contact their local Microsoft sales office. For contact information, see the Microsoft Worldwide Information website, select the country in the Contact Information list, and then click Go to see a list of telephone numbers. When you call, ask to speak with the local Premier Support sales manager. For more information, see the Microsoft Support Lifecycle Policy FAQ.
Vulnerability Information
Severity Ratings and Vulnerability Identifiers
The following severity ratings assume the potential maximum impact of the vulnerability. For information regarding the likelihood, within 30 days of this security bulletin's release, of the exploitability of the vulnerability in relation to its severity rating and security impact, please see the Exploitability Index in the December bulletin summary. For more information, see Microsoft Exploitability Index.
| Affected Software | Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library - CVE-2013-5056 | Aggregate Severity Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Windows XP | ||
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows XP Service Pack 3 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.6 on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 (2892076) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 when installed on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Windows Script 5.6 on Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 (2892076) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 when installed on Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.6 on Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 (2892076) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 when installed on Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.6 on Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems (2892076) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 when installed on Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Vista | ||
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows Vista Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Server 2008 | ||
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2 (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows 7 | ||
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Server 2008 R2 | ||
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 | ||
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows 8 for x64-based Systems (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 | ||
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 R2 (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows RT and Windows RT 8.1 | ||
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows RT (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows RT 8.1 (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Server Core installation option | ||
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) (2892075) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
| Windows Script 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) (2892074) | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library - CVE-2013-5056
This is a remote code execution vulnerability in the Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could take complete control of an affected system. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
To view this vulnerability as a standard entry in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures list, see CVE-2013-5056.
Mitigating Factors
Mitigation refers to a setting, common configuration, or general best-practice, existing in a default state, that could reduce the severity of exploitation of a vulnerability. The following mitigating factors may be helpful in your situation:
- In a web-based attack scenario, an attacker could host a website that contains a webpage that is used to exploit this vulnerability. In addition, compromised websites and websites that accept or host user-provided content or advertisements could contain specially crafted content that could exploit this vulnerability. In all cases, however, an attacker would have no way to force users to visit these websites. Instead, an attacker would have to convince users to visit the website, typically by getting them to click a link in an email message or Instant Messenger message that takes users to the attacker's website.
- An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the local user. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
Workarounds
Microsoft has not identified any workarounds for this vulnerability.
FAQ
What is the scope of the vulnerability?
This is a remote code execution vulnerability.
What causes the vulnerability?
The vulnerability is caused by memory corruption resulting from the Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library improperly handling an object in memory.
What is the Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library?
The Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library contains objects that are useful for either VBA or script. The top-level objects in the Scripting Runtime object library are the Dictionary object and the FileSystemObject object.
What might an attacker use the vulnerability to do?
An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the logged-on user. If a user is logged on with administrative user rights, an attacker could take complete control of the affected system. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. Users whose accounts are configured to have fewer user rights on the system could be less impacted than users who operate with administrative user rights.
How could an attacker exploit the vulnerability?
An attacker could host a specially crafted website that is designed to exploit this vulnerability through components of Internet Explorer, and then convince a user to view the website. The attacker could also take advantage of compromised websites and websites that accept or host user-provided content or advertisements. These websites could contain specially crafted content that could exploit these vulnerabilities. In all cases, however, an attacker would have no way to force users to view the attacker-controlled content. Instead, an attacker would have to convince users to take action, typically by getting them to click a link in an email message or in an Instant Messenger message that takes users to the attacker's website, or by getting them to open an attachment sent through email.
What systems are primarily at risk from the vulnerability?
Workstations and terminal servers are primarily at risk.
I am running Internet Explorer for Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, or Windows Server 2012 R2. Does this mitigate these vulnerabilities?
Yes. By default, Internet Explorer on Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, and Windows Server 2012 R2 runs in a restricted mode that is known as Enhanced Security Configuration. Enhanced Security Configuration is a group of preconfigured settings in Internet Explorer that can reduce the likelihood of a user or administrator downloading and running specially crafted web content on a server. This is a mitigating factor for websites that you have not added to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone.
Does EMET help mitigate attacks that could attempt to exploit this vulnerability?
Yes. The Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET) enables users to manage security mitigation technologies that help make it more difficult for attackers to exploit vulnerabilities in a given piece of software. EMET helps to mitigate this vulnerability in Internet Explorer on systems where EMET is installed and configured to work with Internet Explorer.
For more information about EMET, see The Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit.
What does the update do?
The update addresses the vulnerability by modifying how the Microsoft Scripting Runtime Object Library handles objects in memory.
When this security bulletin was issued, had this vulnerability been publicly disclosed?
No. Microsoft received information about this vulnerability through coordinated vulnerability disclosure.
When this security bulletin was issued, had Microsoft received any reports that this vulnerability was being exploited?
No. Microsoft had not received any information to indicate that this vulnerability had been publicly used to attack customers when this security bulletin was originally issued.
Update Information
Detection and Deployment Tools and Guidance
Several resources are available to help administrators deploy security updates.
- Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA) lets administrators scan local and remote systems for missing security updates and common security misconfigurations.
- Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Systems Management Server (SMS), and System Center Configuration Manager help administrators distribute security updates.
- The Update Compatibility Evaluator components included with Application Compatibility Toolkit aid in streamlining the testing and validation of Windows updates against installed applications.
For information about these and other tools that are available, see Security Tools for IT Pros.
Security Update Deployment
Affected Software
For information about the specific security update for your affected software, click the appropriate link:
Windows XP (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | For Windows Script 5.7 on Windows XP Service Pack 3 :\ WindowsXP-KB2892075-x86-ENU.exe |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.6 on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2892076-x64-ENU.exe | |
| For Windows Script 5.7 when installed on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2892075-x64-ENU.exe | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 262841 |
| Update log file | KB2892075.log\ KB2892076.log |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2892076$\Spuninst folder |
| Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2892075$\Spuninst folder | |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892076\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892075 |
| Registry key verification | For all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP\SP4\KB2892075\Filelist |
| For all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP3\KB2892076\Filelist | |
| For all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP3\KB2892075\Filelist |
Note The updates for supported versions of Windows XP Professional x64 Edition also applies to supported versions of Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition.
Windows Server 2003 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | For Windows Script 5.6 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2892076-x86-ENU.exe |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.7 when installed on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2892075-x86-ENU.exe | |
| For Windows Script 5.6 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2892076-x64-ENU.exe | |
| For Windows Script 5.7 when installed on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2892075-x64-ENU.exe | |
| For Windows Script 5.6 on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2892076-ia64-ENU.exe | |
| For Windows Script 5.7 when installed on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2892075-ia64-ENU.exe | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 262841 |
| Update log file | KB2892075.log\ KB2892076.log |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2892076$\Spuninst folder |
| Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2892075$\Spuninst folder | |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892076\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892075 |
| Registry key verification | HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP3\KB2892076\Filelist |
| HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP3\KB2892075\Filelist |
Note The updates for supported versions of Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition also applies to supported versions of Windows XP Professional x64 Edition.
Windows Vista (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | For Windows Script 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Vista:\ Windows6.0-KB2892075-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.7 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Vista:\ Windows6.0-KB2892075-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | WUSA.exe does not support uninstall of updates. To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, click Control Panel, and then click Security. Under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892075 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows Server 2008 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file names | For Windows Script 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2892075-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.7 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2892075-x64.msu | |
| For Windows Script 5.7 on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2892075-ia64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | WUSA.exe does not support uninstall of updates. To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, click Control Panel, and then click Security. Under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892075 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows 7 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 7:\ Windows6.1-KB2892074-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows 7:\ Windows6.1-KB2892074-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892074 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows Server 2008 R2 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008 R2:\ Windows6.1-KB2892074-x64.msu |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2008 R2:\ Windows6.1-KB2892074-ia64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, and then under Windows Update, click View installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892074 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 8:\ Windows8-RT-KB2892074-x86.msu |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows 8:\ Windows8-RT-KB2892074-x64.msu | |
| For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 8.1:\ Windows8.1-KB2892074-x86.msu | |
| For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows 8.1:\ Windows8.1-KB2892074-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, click Windows Update, and then under See also, click Installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892074 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Security update file name | For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported editions of Windows Server 2012:\ Windows8-RT-KB2892074-x64.msu |
|---|---|
| For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported editions of Windows Server 2012 R2:\ Windows8.1-KB2892074-x64.msu | |
| Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 934307 |
| Restart requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal information | To uninstall an update installed by WUSA, use the /Uninstall setup switch or click Control Panel, click System and Security, click Windows Update, and then under See also, click Installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892074 |
| Registry key verification | Note A registry key does not exist to validate the presence of this update. |
Windows RT and Windows RT 8.1 (all editions)
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
| Deployment | For Windows Script 5.8 on all supported editions of Windows RT and Windows RT 8.1:\ The updates are available via Windows Update only. |
|---|---|
| Restart Requirement | In some cases, this update does not require a restart. If the required files are being used, this update will require a restart. If this behavior occurs, a message appears that advises you to restart. |
| Removal Information | Click Control Panel, click System and Security, click Windows Update, and then under See also, click Installed updates and select from the list of updates. |
| File Information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2892074 |
Other Information
To improve security protections for customers, Microsoft provides vulnerability information to major security software providers in advance of each monthly security update release. Security software providers can then use this vulnerability information to provide updated protections to customers via their security software or devices, such as antivirus, network-based intrusion detection systems, or host-based intrusion prevention systems. To determine whether active protections are available from security software providers, please go to the active protections websites provided by program partners, listed in Microsoft Active Protections Program (MAPP) Partners.
Support
How to obtain help and support for this security update
- Help installing updates: Support for Microsoft Update
- Security solutions for IT professionals: TechNet Security Troubleshooting and Support
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