Microsoft Security Bulletin MS14-011 - Critical
Vulnerability in VBScript Scripting Engine Could Allow Remote Code Execution (2928390)
Published: February 11, 2014
Version: 1.0
General Information
Executive Summary
This security update resolves a privately reported vulnerability in the VBScript scripting engine in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if a user visited a specially crafted website. An attacker would have no way to force users to visit the website. Instead, an attacker would have to convince users to take action, typically by getting them to click a link in an email message or Instant Messenger message that takes users to the attacker's website.
This security update is rated Critical for affected versions of the VBScript scripting engine on affected Windows clients and Moderate for affected versions of the VBScript scripting engine on affected Windows servers. For more information, see the subsection, Affected and Non-Affected Software, in this section.
The security update addresses the vulnerability by modifying the way that the VBScript scripting engine handles objects in memory. For more information about the vulnerability, see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) subsection for the specific vulnerability later in this bulletin.
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: 2928390
- 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 |
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VBScript 5.6 | ||||
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.6 (2909213) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981350 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.6 (2909213) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981350 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.6 (2909213) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981350 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | VBScript 5.6 (2909213) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981350 in MS10-022 |
VBScript 5.7 | ||||
Windows XP Service Pack 3 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981349 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981349 in MS10-022 |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) | ||||
Windows XP Service Pack 3 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | 981332 in MS10-022 |
Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | None |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | None |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 9) | ||||
Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8[1] | Remote Code Execution | Critical | Not applicable |
Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8[1] | Remote Code Execution | Critical | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8[1] | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.8[1] | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | Not applicable |
Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8[1] | Remote Code Execution | Critical | Not applicable |
Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8[1] | Remote Code Execution | Critical | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8[1] | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | Not applicable |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) | ||||
Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | None |
Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows 8 for x64-based Systems | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows Server 2012 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | None |
Windows RT | VBScript 5.8[2] (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) | ||||
Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | None |
Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Windows Server 2012 R2 | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Moderate | None |
Windows RT 8.1 | VBScript 5.8[2] (2909210) | Remote Code Execution | Critical | None |
Server Core installation | ||||
Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | None | No severity rating[3] | None |
Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.7 (2909212) | None | No severity rating[3] | None |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | None | No severity rating[3] | None |
Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | None | No severity rating[3] | None |
Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.8 (2909210) | None | No severity rating[3] | None |
[1]For systems running Internet Explorer 9, the vulnerability is addressed by the 2909921 cumulative update for Internet Explorer 9. For more information, see the Update FAQ.
[2]This update is available via Windows Update.
[3]Severity ratings do not apply to this update for the specified software because the known attack vectors through Internet Explorer for the vulnerability discussed in this bulletin are blocked. However, as a defense-in-depth measure, Microsoft recommends that customers of this software apply this security update to help protect against any possible new attack vectors identified in the future.
Note In some cases the version of the VBScript scripting engine that is installed on a system is dependent on the operating system and in other cases the version of the VBScript scripting engine is dependent on the version of Internet Explorer that is installed on the system. For example, the VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) update applies to Windows 7 systems by default; however, the VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) update only applies to Windows Vista systems that have Internet Explorer 8 installed. For more information, see the Update FAQ, How do I determine which version of the VBScript scripting engine is installed on my system?
Update FAQ
My system is running Internet Explorer 9. Where is the update?
For systems running Internet Explorer 9, the vulnerability is addressed by the 2909921 cumulative update for Internet Explorer 9 (see MS14-010 for update information and download links).
For all other affected systems, the vulnerability is addressed by the updates described in this bulletin. For more information, see the Update FAQ, What update applies to my system?
How do I determine which version of the VBScript scripting engine is installed on my system?
The VBScript scripting engine is installed with supported releases of Microsoft Windows. In addition, installing a newer version of Internet Explorer on a system can change the version of the VBScript scripting engine that is installed.
To determine which version of the VBScript scripting engine is installed on your system, perform the following steps:
- Open Windows Explorer.
- Navigate to the %systemroot%\system32 directory.
- Right-click vbscript.dll, select Properties, and then click the Details.
The version number is listed in the File Version field. If your file version starts with 5.8, for example 5.8.7600.16385, then VBScript 5.8 is installed on your system.
The following table illustrates how the version of the VBScript scripting engine can change based on the version of Internet Explorer that is installed:
Operating System | Default installation | With newer version of Internet Explorer installed |
---|---|---|
Windows XP Service Pack 3 | VBScript 5.7 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8 |
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.6 | VBScript 5.7 with Internet Explorer 7\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8 |
Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.6 | VBScript 5.7 with Internet Explorer 7\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8 |
Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.6 | VBScript 5.7 with Internet Explorer 7\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8 |
Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | VBScript 5.6 | VBScript 5.7 with Internet Explorer 7 |
Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 9 |
Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 9 |
Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 9 |
Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.7 | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | VBScript 5.7 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 8\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 9 |
Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.7 | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.7 | Not applicable |
Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 9\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 10\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 11 |
Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 9\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 10\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 11 |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 | VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 9\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 10\ \ VBScript 5.8 with Internet Explorer 11 |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows 8 for x64-based Systems | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2012 | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows RT | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2012 R2 | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Windows RT 8.1 | VBScript 5.8 | Not applicable |
Note Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, and Windows Server 2012 R2 can be installed using the Server Core installation option. For more information on this installation option, see the TechNet articles, Managing a Server Core Installation: Overview, Servicing a Server Core Installation, and Server Core and Full Server Integration Overview.
What update applies to my system?
The update that applies to your system depends on the version of the VBScript scripting engine that is installed. Consult the following table for update information.
Version | MS14-011 | MS14-010 |
---|---|---|
VBScript 5.6 | VBScript 5.6 \ (2909213) | Not applicable |
VBScript 5.7 | VBScript 5.7 \ (2909212) | Not applicable |
VBScript 5.8\ (Internet Explorer 8) | VBScript 5.8 \ (2909210) | Not applicable |
VBScript 5.8\ (Internet Explorer 9) | Not applicable | Internet Explorer 9 \ (2909921) |
VBScript 5.8\ (Internet Explorer 10) | VBScript 5.8 \ (2909210) | Not applicable |
VBScript 5.8\ (Internet Explorer 11) | VBScript 5.8 \ (2909210) | Not applicable |
What is defense-in-depth?
In information security, defense-in-depth refers to an approach in which multiple layers of defense are in place to help prevent attackers from compromising the security of a network or 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 , 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.
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 February bulletin summary. For more information, see Microsoft Exploitability Index.
Vulnerability Severity Rating and Maximum Security Impact by Affected Software | ||
---|---|---|
Affected Software | VBScript Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2014-0271 | Aggregate Severity Rating |
VBScript 5.6 | ||
VBScript 5.6 on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.6 on Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.6 on Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.6 on Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.7 | ||
VBScript 5.7 on Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2003 with SP2 for Itanium-based Systems | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) | ||
VBScript 5.8 on Windows XP Service Pack 3 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows XP Professional x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for Itanium-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 9) | ||
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Vista x64 Edition Service Pack 2 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) | ||
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 8 for 32-bit Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 8 for x64-based Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows RT | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) | ||
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 R2 | Moderate Remote Code Execution | Moderate |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows RT 8.1 | Critical Remote Code Execution | Critical |
Server Core installation | ||
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | No severity rating | No severity rating |
VBScript 5.7 on Windows Server 2008 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 2 (Server Core installation) | No severity rating | No severity rating |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1 (Server Core Installation) | No severity rating | No severity rating |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation) | No severity rating | No severity rating |
VBScript 5.8 on Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation) | No severity rating | No severity rating |
VBScript Memory Corruption Vulnerability - CVE-2014-0271
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the VBScript engine handles objects in memory. The vulnerability may corrupt memory in such a way that an attacker could execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user. If the current user is logged on with administrative user rights, 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.
To view this vulnerability as a standard entry in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures list, see CVE-2014-0271.
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 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 this vulnerability. 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.
- By default, all supported versions of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express, and Windows Mail open HTML email messages in the Restricted sites zone. The Restricted sites zone, which disables script and ActiveX controls, helps reduce the risk of an attacker being able to use scripting to exploit this vulnerability. If a user clicks a link in an email message, the user could still be vulnerable to exploitation of this vulnerability through the web-based attack scenario.
- 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. This mode mitigates this vulnerability. See the FAQ section for this vulnerability for more information about Internet Explorer Enhanced Security Configuration.
Workarounds
Workaround refers to a setting or configuration change that does not correct the underlying vulnerability but would help block known attack vectors before you apply the update. Microsoft has tested the following workarounds and states in the discussion whether a workaround reduces functionality:
Set Internet and Local intranet security zone settings to "High" to block ActiveX Controls and Active Scripting in these zones
You can help protect against exploitation of this vulnerability by changing your settings for the Internet security zone to block ActiveX controls and Active Scripting. You can do this by setting your browser security to High.
To raise the browsing security level in Internet Explorer, perform the following steps:
- On the Internet Explorer Tools menu, click Internet Options.
- In the Internet Options dialog box, click the Security tab, and then click Internet.
- Under Security level for this zone, move the slider to High. This sets the security level for all websites you visit to High.
- Click Local intranet.
- Under Security level for this zone, move the slider to High. This sets the security level for all websites you visit to High.
- Click OK to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note If no slider is visible, click Default Level, and then move the slider to High.
Note Setting the level to High may cause some websites to work incorrectly. If you have difficulty using a website after you change this setting, and you are sure the site is safe to use, you can add that site to your list of trusted sites. This will allow the site to work correctly even with the security setting set to High.
Impact of workaround. There are side effects to blocking ActiveX Controls and Active Scripting. Many websites that are on the Internet or on an intranet use ActiveX or Active Scripting to provide additional functionality. For example, an online e-commerce site or banking site may use ActiveX Controls to provide menus, ordering forms, or even account statements. Blocking ActiveX Controls or Active Scripting is a global setting that affects all Internet and intranet sites. If you do not want to block ActiveX Controls or Active Scripting for such sites, use the steps outlined in "Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone".
Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone
After you set Internet Explorer to block ActiveX controls and Active Scripting in the Internet zone and in the Local intranet zone, you can add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone. This will allow you to continue to use trusted websites exactly as you do today, while helping to protect yourself from this attack on untrusted sites. We recommend that you add only sites that you trust to the Trusted sites zone.
To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Tools, click Internet Options, and then click the Security tab.
- In the Select a web content zone to specify its current security settings box, click Trusted Sites, and then click Sites.
- If you want to add sites that do not require an encrypted channel, click to clear the Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone check box.
- In the Add this website to the zone box, type the URL of a site that you trust, and then click Add.
- Repeat these steps for each site that you want to add to the zone.
Click OK two times to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note Add any sites that you trust not to take malicious action on your system. Two in particular that you may want to add are *.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and *.update.microsoft.com. These are the sites that will host the update, and it requires an ActiveX Control to install the update.
Configure Internet Explorer to prompt before running Active Scripting or to disable Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zone
You can help protect against exploitation of this vulnerability by changing your settings to prompt before running Active Scripting or to disable Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zone. To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Internet Options on the Tools menu.
- Click the Security tab.
- Click Internet, and then click Custom Level.
- Under Settings, in the Scripting section, under Active Scripting, click Prompt or Disable, and then click OK.
- Click Local intranet, and then click Custom Level.
- Under Settings, in the Scripting section, under Active Scripting, click Prompt or Disable, and then click OK.
- Click OK two times to return to Internet Explorer.
Note Disabling Active Scripting in the Internet and Local intranet security zones may cause some websites to work incorrectly. If you have difficulty using a website after you change this setting, and you are sure the site is safe to use, you can add that site to your list of trusted sites. This will allow the site to work correctly.
Impact of workaround. There are side effects to prompting before running Active Scripting. Many websites that are on the Internet or on an intranet use Active Scripting to provide additional functionality. For example, an online e-commerce site or banking site may use Active Scripting to provide menus, ordering forms, or even account statements. Prompting before running Active Scripting is a global setting that affects all Internet and intranet sites. You will be prompted frequently when you enable this workaround. For each prompt, if you feel you trust the site that you are visiting, click Yes to run Active Scripting. If you do not want to be prompted for all these sites, use the steps outlined in "Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone".
Add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone
After you set Internet Explorer to require a prompt before it runs ActiveX controls and Active Scripting in the Internet zone and in the Local intranet zone, you can add sites that you trust to the Internet Explorer Trusted sites zone. This will allow you to continue to use trusted websites exactly as you do today, while helping to protect you from this attack on untrusted sites. We recommend that you add only sites that you trust to the Trusted sites zone.
To do this, perform the following steps:
- In Internet Explorer, click Tools, click Internet Options, and then click the Security tab.
- In the Select a web content zone to specify its current security settings box, click Trusted Sites, and then click Sites.
- If you want to add sites that do not require an encrypted channel, click to clear the Require server verification (https:) for all sites in this zone check box.
- In the Add this website to the zone box, type the URL of a site that you trust, and then click Add.
- Repeat these steps for each site that you want to add to the zone.
- Click OK two times to accept the changes and return to Internet Explorer.
Note Add any sites that you trust not to take malicious action on your system. Two in particular that you may want to add are *.windowsupdate.microsoft.com and *.update.microsoft.com. These are the sites that will host the update, and it requires an ActiveX Control to install the update.
FAQ
What is the scope of the vulnerability?
This is a remote code execution vulnerability.
What causes the vulnerability?
The vulnerability is caused when the VBScript engine rendered in Internet Explorer does not properly handle objects in memory.
What is VBScript?
VBScript (Visual Basic Script) is an interpreted, object-based scripting language that is often used to make websites more flexible or interactive. VBScript scripts can run only in the presence of an interpreter or host, such as Active Server Pages (ASP), Internet Explorer, or Windows Script Host. For more information, see VBScript Fundamentals.
What might an attacker use the vulnerability to do?
An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the current user. If the current user is logged on with administrative user rights, 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.
How could an attacker exploit the vulnerability?
In a web-based attack scenario, an attacker could host a specially crafted website that is designed to exploit this vulnerability through Internet Explorer and then convince a user to view the website. An attacker could also embed an ActiveX control marked "safe for initialization" in an application or Microsoft Office document that hosts the IE rendering engine. 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 this vulnerability. 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 opening an attachment sent through email.
What systems are primarily at risk from the vulnerability?
Systems on which Internet Explorer is used frequently, such as workstations or terminal servers, are at the most risk from this vulnerability.
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 this vulnerability?
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.
What does the update do?
The update addresses the vulnerability by modifying the way that the VBScript scripting engine 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 these vulnerabilities were 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.
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
Windows XP (all editions)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
Security update file names | For VBScript 5.6 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2909213-x64-ENU.exe |
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\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ WindowsXP-KB2909212-x86-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2909212-x64-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ IE8-WindowsXP-KB2909210-x86-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ IE8-WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2909210-x64-ENU.exe |
Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 262841 |
Update log file | For VBScript 5.6 on supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ KB2909213.log |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported editions of Windows XP:\ KB2909212.log |
\ | For Internet Explorer 8 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ KB2909210-IE8.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 | For VBScript 5.6 on supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2909213$\Spuninst folder |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported editions of Windows XP:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2909212$\Spuninst folder |
\ | For Internet Explorer 8 for all supported editions of Windows XP:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%\ie8updates\KB2909210-IE8\spuninst folder |
File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909213\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909212\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909210 |
Registry key verification | For VBScript 5.6 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP3\KB2909213\Filelist |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP\SP4\KB2909212\Filelist |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP3\KB2909212\Filelist |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP\SP0\KB2909210-IE8\Filelist |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows XP:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows XP Version 2003\SP0\KB2909210-IE8\Filelist |
Note The updates for supported versions of Windows XP Professional x64 Edition also apply 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 VBScript 5.6 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2909213-x86-ENU.exe |
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\ | For VBScript 5.6 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2909213-x64-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.6 on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2909213-ia64-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2909212-x86-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2909212-x64-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ WindowsServer2003-KB2909212-ia64-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003:\ IE8-WindowsServer2003-KB2909210-x86-ENU.exe |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ IE8-WindowsServer2003.WindowsXP-KB2909210-x64-ENU.exe |
Installation switches | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 262841 |
Update log file | For VBScript 5.6 on all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ KB2909213.log |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ KB2909212.log |
\ | For Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions and x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ KB2909210-IE8.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 | For VBScript 5.6 on all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the Use the Spuninst.exe utility, located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2909213$\Spuninst folder |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%$NTUninstallKB2909212$\Spuninst folder |
\ | For Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions and x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ Use Add or Remove Programs item in Control Panel or the Spuninst.exe utility located in the %Windir%\ie8updates\KB2909210-IE8\spuninst folder |
File information | See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909213\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909212\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909210 |
Registry key verification | For VBScript 5.6 on all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP3\KB2909213\Filelist |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions, x64-based editions, and Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP3\KB2909212\Filelist |
\ | For Internet Explorer 8 for all supported 32-bit editions and x64-based editions of Windows Server 2003:\ HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Updates\Windows Server 2003\SP0\KB2909210-IE8\Filelist |
Note The updates for supported versions of Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition also apply 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 VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Vista:\ Windows6.0-KB2909212-x86.msu |
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\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Vista:\ Windows6.0-KB2909212-x64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Vista:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2909210-x86.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Vista:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2909210-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 2909212\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909210 |
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 VBScript 5.7 on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2909212-x86.msu |
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\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2909212-x64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.7 on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ Windows6.0-KB2909212-ia64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2008:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2909210-x86.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008:\ IE8-Windows6.0-KB2909210-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 2909212\ See Microsoft Knowledge Base Article 2909210 |
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 VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 7:\ Windows6.1-KB2909210-x86.msu |
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\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows 7:\ Windows6.1-KB2909210-x64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) on Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE10-Windows6.1-KB2909210-x86.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) on Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE10-Windows6.1-KB2909210-x64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) on Windows 7 for 32-bit Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE11-Windows6.1-KB2909210-x86.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) on Windows 7 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE11-Windows6.1-KB2909210-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 2909210 |
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 VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows Server 2008 R2:\ Windows6.1-KB2909210-x64.msu |
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\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 8) on all supported Itanium-based editions of Windows Server 2008 R2:\ Windows6.1-KB2909210-ia64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE10-Windows6.1-KB2909210-x64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) on Windows Server 2008 R2 for x64-based Systems Service Pack 1:\ IE11-Windows6.1-KB2909210-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 2909210 |
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 VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 8:\ Windows8-RT-KB2909210-x86.msu |
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\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows 8:\ Windows8-RT-KB2909210-x64.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) on all supported 32-bit editions of Windows 8.1:\ Windows8.1-KB2909210-x86.msu |
\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) on all supported x64-based editions of Windows 8:\ Windows8.1-KB2909210-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 2909210 |
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 VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 10) on all supported editions of Windows Server 2012:\ Windows8-RT-KB2909210-x64.msu |
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\ | For VBScript 5.8 (Internet Explorer 11) on all supported editions of Windows Server 2012 R2:\ Windows8.1-KB2909210-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 2909210 |
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)
Reference Table
The following table contains the security update information for this software.
Deployment | This update is available via Windows Update. |
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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 | Not applicable |
Other Information
Microsoft Active Protections Program (MAPP)
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Support
How to obtain help and support for this security update
- Help installing updates: Support for Microsoft Update
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Revisions
- V1.0 (February 11, 2014): Bulletin published.
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