CVE-2015-0014: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 13, 2015

Updated

Buffer overflow in the Telnet service in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted packets, aka "Windows Telnet Service Buffer Overflow Vulnerability."

Affected Software

9 affected components

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=gold

Microsoft Windows Server 2012 X64=r2

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Event History

Jan 13, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-0014?

CVE-2015-0014 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2015-0014?

To fix CVE-2015-0014, install the latest security updates from Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.

What systems are affected by CVE-2015-0014?

CVE-2015-0014 affects multiple systems including Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server 2012.

Can CVE-2015-0014 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-0014 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending crafted packets to the Telnet service.

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2015-0014?

Yes, known exploits for CVE-2015-0014 allow attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging the buffer overflow vulnerability.