CVE-2015-1644: High severity microsoft windows 7 vulnerability

Published Apr 14, 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 constrain impersonation levels, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows MS-DOS Device Name Vulnerability."

Affected Software

13 affected components

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2003=r2-sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Remediation

Patch Available

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-038

Event History

Apr 14, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1644?

CVE-2015-1644 is rated as important due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1644?

To fix CVE-2015-1644, apply the latest security updates from Microsoft as outlined in their security bulletin.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2015-1644?

CVE-2015-1644 affects various Microsoft Windows versions including Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2003 SP2, and Windows 8.1 among others.

Can CVE-2015-1644 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2015-1644 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the vulnerable system.

What are the consequences of CVE-2015-1644 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2015-1644 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, potentially leading to system compromise.