About this tag
The 'remote attacker' tag on WindowsForum.com covers security updates and vulnerabilities where an unauthenticated remote attacker can exploit systems. Discussions include denial of service attacks via specially crafted network packets targeting Host Integration Server on specific UDP and TCP ports, as well as issues affecting Microsoft .NET Framework on Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1 that could cause applications to stop responding. The tag highlights Microsoft security bulletins and best practices like firewall configurations to mitigate risks from remote attackers.
  1. News

    MS11-082 - Important : Vulnerabilities in Host Integration Server Could Allow Denial of Service (260

    Severity Rating: Important Revision Note: V1.0 (October 11, 2011): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves two publicly disclosed vulnerabilities in Host Integration Server. The vulnerabilities could allow denial of service if a remote attacker sends...