CVE-2015-1679: Infoleak

Published May 13, 2015

Updated

The kernel-mode drivers 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 allow local users to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism via a crafted function call, aka "Microsoft Windows Kernel Memory Disclosure Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-1676, CVE-2015-1677, CVE-2015-1678, and CVE-2015-1680.

Affected Software

12 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 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/ms15-051

Event History

May 13, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1679?

CVE-2015-1679 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to bypass ASLR protection and execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1679?

To fix CVE-2015-1679, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft as per their recommended guidelines.

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2015-1679?

CVE-2015-1679 affects Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, Server 2008, and Server 2012 among others.

What is the impact of CVE-2015-1679 on my system?

The impact of CVE-2015-1679 could allow local users to gain elevated privileges and potentially compromise system integrity.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-1679 if I cannot apply the patch?

Currently, there are no effective workarounds for CVE-2015-1679, and it is strongly recommended to apply the security patch.