A security researcher unveils a new unpatched bug in Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2. When exploited, the bug locks up the system, requiring a total shutdown to regain control. Microsoft acknowledged that it’s investigating the flaw, which he first reported to them last weekend. A Microsoft spokesman confirmed that the company is looking into Gaffie’s claims. None of the 15 flaws affected the final version of Windows 7, which was released to retail Oct. 22, or affected Windows Server 2008R2.”]
Source: https://www.csoonline.com/article/2124556/unpatched-smb-bug-crashes-windows-7–researcher-says.html