Summary
This security update resolves a vulnerability in Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS). The vulnerability could allow information disclosure if a user leaves a browser open after the user logs off from an application and an attacker reopens the application in the browser immediately after the user logs off.
Introduction
Microsoft has released security bulletin MS15-040. To learn more about this security bulletin:
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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
Help protect your Windows-based computer from viruses and malware:
Virus Solution and Security Center
Local support according to your country:
International Support
File information
The English (United States) version of this software update installs files that have the attributes that are listed in the following tables. The dates and times for these files are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The dates and times for these files on your local computer are displayed in your local time and with your current daylight saving time (DST) bias. Additionally, the dates and times may change when you perform certain operations on the files.