Microsoft has released a workaround for the Windows kernel zero-day vulnerability exploited by the Duqu malware. The vulnerability is a serious one that can lead to remote code execution on vulnerable machines. Microsoft said that the permanent fix for the new vulnerability will not be ready in time for next week s November patch Tuesday release. The company said it is monitoring the ongoing attacks and is aware that the kind and prevalence of the attacks could change quickly so it is recommending users install the workaround now and then the patch when it is available.
Source: https://threatpost.com/microsoft-releases-workaround-kernel-flaw-used-duqu-110411/75850/