What is the severity of CVE-2015-1674?

CVE-2015-1674 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to bypass kernel protections.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1674?

To mitigate CVE-2015-1674, ensure your system is updated with the latest Microsoft security patches that address this vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2015-1674?

CVE-2015-1674 affects Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows RT, and Windows Server 2012 and R2.

What impact does CVE-2015-1674 have on system security?

CVE-2015-1674 allows local users to bypass KASLR protection, potentially compromising system integrity and data security.

Is CVE-2015-1674 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2015-1674 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the affected systems.

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CVE-2015-1674

medium

4.6

CWE

254

13/5/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-1674

First published: Wed May 13 2015(Updated: )

The kernel in Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 does not properly validate an unspecified address, which allows local users to bypass the KASLR protection mechanism, and consequently discover the cng.sys base address, via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server	=r2

Remedy

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-052

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1674?
CVE-2015-1674 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to bypass kernel protections.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1674?
To mitigate CVE-2015-1674, ensure your system is updated with the latest Microsoft security patches that address this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-1674?
CVE-2015-1674 affects Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows RT, and Windows Server 2012 and R2.
What impact does CVE-2015-1674 have on system security?
CVE-2015-1674 allows local users to bypass KASLR protection, potentially compromising system integrity and data security.
Is CVE-2015-1674 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2015-1674 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the affected systems.

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