CVE-2015-0016: Microsoft Windows TS WebProxy Directory Traversal Vulnerability
First published: Tue Jan 13 2015(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the TS WebProxy (aka TSWbPrxy) component in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a crafted pathname in an executable file, as demonstrated by a transition from Low Integrity to Medium Integrity, aka "Directory Traversal Elevation of Privilege 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 | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 |
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Reference Links
- http://blog.trendmicro.com/trendlabs-security-intelligence/cve-2015-0016-escaping-the-internet-explorer-sandbox/
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130201/MS15-004-Microsoft-Remote-Desktop-Services-Web-Proxy-IE-Sandbox-Escape.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/62076
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/35983
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71965
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031524
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-004
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99515
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/99516
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2015-0016
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0016?
CVE-2015-0016 is rated as a high severity vulnerability that allows remote attackers to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0016?
To fix CVE-2015-0016, ensure that you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected operating system.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-0016?
CVE-2015-0016 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, and Windows RT.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-0016?
CVE-2015-0016 is classified as a directory traversal vulnerability in the TS WebProxy component.
Can CVE-2015-0016 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-0016 can be exploited remotely by attackers to elevate their privileges on the affected systems.
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