CVE-2015-0080: Infoleak
First published: Wed Mar 11 2015(Updated: )
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 do not properly initialize memory for rendering of malformed PNG images, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory via a crafted web site, aka "Malformed PNG Parsing Information Disclosure 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-2015-0080?
CVE-2015-0080 is classified as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0080?
To fix CVE-2015-0080, users should install the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-0080?
CVE-2015-0080 affects several Microsoft products including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.0, and various versions of Windows Server.
Can CVE-2015-0080 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-0080 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted PNG images.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2015-0080?
Exploitation of CVE-2015-0080 may lead to unauthorized access or execution of arbitrary code on the affected system.
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