CVE-2015-0011
First published: Tue Jan 13 2015(Updated: )
mrxdav.sys (aka the WebDAV driver) 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 local users to bypass an impersonation protection mechanism, and obtain privileges for redirection of WebDAV requests, via a crafted application, aka "WebDAV Elevation of Privilege 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 | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 | =r2 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62154
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71960
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031531
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-008
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99526
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99527
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0011?
CVE-2015-0011 has a high severity rating as it allows local users to bypass security policies.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0011?
To fix CVE-2015-0011, users should apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2015-0011?
CVE-2015-0011 affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012.
Can CVE-2015-0011 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-0011 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to be effective.
What component of Windows is involved in CVE-2015-0011?
CVE-2015-0011 involves the mrxdav.sys driver, which is associated with the WebDAV functionality.
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