CVE-2015-0009
First published: Wed Feb 11 2015(Updated: )
The Group Policy Security Configuration policy implementation 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 man-in-the-middle attackers to disable a signing requirement and trigger a revert-to-default action by spoofing domain-controller responses, aka "Group Policy Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://blogs.technet.com/b/srd/archive/2015/02/10/ms15-011-amp-ms15-014-hardening-group-policy.aspx
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/155007/Microsoft-Windows-Server-2012-Group-Policy-Security-Feature-Bypass.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72476
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031722
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-014
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0009?
CVE-2015-0009 is classified as important due to its potential to allow man-in-the-middle attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0009?
To mitigate CVE-2015-0009, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2015-0009?
CVE-2015-0009 affects various Microsoft Windows versions, including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and several Windows Server editions.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-0009?
CVE-2015-0009 can be exploited by man-in-the-middle attacks that compromise the security configuration of Group Policy.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-0009?
A practical workaround for CVE-2015-0009 includes implementing stricter network protocols to prevent man-in-the-middle attack vectors.
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