CVE-2014-4148: Microsoft Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Oct 15 2014(Updated: )
win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted TrueType font, as exploited in the wild in October 2014, aka "TrueType Font Parsing Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows RT | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =gold |
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Reference Links
- http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2014/10/14/accessing-risk-for-the-october-2014-security-updates.aspx
- http://secunia.com/advisories/60970
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70429
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2014/ms14-058
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96995
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-4148
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4148?
CVE-2014-4148 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4148?
To fix CVE-2014-4148, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2014-4148?
CVE-2014-4148 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and various Windows Server versions.
Can CVE-2014-4148 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-4148 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's system.
What types of attacks can CVE-2014-4148 facilitate?
CVE-2014-4148 can facilitate various types of attacks, including remote code execution leading to system compromise.
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