CVE-2015-1720: Use After Free

Published Jun 10, 2015

Updated

Use-after-free vulnerability in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 and R2 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 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Microsoft Windows Kernel Use After Free 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/ms15-061

Event History

Jun 10, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1720?

CVE-2015-1720 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1720?

To fix CVE-2015-1720, install the applicable security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions.

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2015-1720?

CVE-2015-1720 affects several Microsoft Windows operating systems including Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and various versions of Windows Server.

Can CVE-2015-1720 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2015-1720 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability, meaning it requires local access to exploit.

What kind of impact does CVE-2015-1720 have?

Exploitation of CVE-2015-1720 allows local users to gain elevated privileges on the affected systems.