Introduction
This update resolves a vulnerability in the Microsoft .NET Framework that could allow elevation of privilege.
Summary
Microsoft has released security bulletin MS14-072. Learn more about how to obtain the fixes that are included in this security bulletin:
- For individual, small business, and organizational users, use the Windows automatic updating feature to install the fixes from Microsoft Update. To do this, see Get security updates automatically on the Microsoft Safety and Security Center website.
- For IT professionals, see Microsoft Security Bulletin MS14-072 on the Security TechCenter website.
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More information about this security update
Download information
To install this update, install it from Microsoft Windows Update.Additionally, you can install this update from the Microsoft Download Center.
Command-line switches for this update
Learn about the various command-line switches that are supported by this Microsoft .NET Framework update.Restart information
This update does not require a system restart after you apply it unless files that are being updated are locked or are being used.Update replacement information
This update does not replace any previously released update.Update removal information
Note We do not recommend that you remove any security update.To remove this update, use the Programs and Features item in Control Panel.