CVE-2015-0074: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Mar 11 2015(Updated: )
Adobe Font Driver 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 does not properly allocate memory, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted (1) web site or (2) file, aka "Adobe Font Driver Denial of Service 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-0074?
CVE-2015-0074 is a critical vulnerability that can lead to a denial of service.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2015-0074?
CVE-2015-0074 affects Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and several versions of Windows Server including 2003, 2008, and 2012.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0074?
To fix CVE-2015-0074, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Can CVE-2015-0074 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-0074 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
What types of attacks does CVE-2015-0074 facilitate?
CVE-2015-0074 facilitates denial of service attacks by not properly allocating memory.
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