CVE-2015-1756: Use After Free

Published Jun 10, 2015

Updated

Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Common Controls in Microsoft 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 user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site that is accessed with the F12 Developer Tools feature of Internet Explorer, aka "Microsoft Common Control Use After Free Vulnerability."

Affected Software

11 affected components

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

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/ms15-060

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-2015-1756?

CVE-2015-1756 is classified as a critical vulnerability that can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2015-1756?

To fix CVE-2015-1756, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows operating system.

Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2015-1756?

CVE-2015-1756 affects multiple Microsoft Windows versions including Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2008.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-1756?

CVE-2015-1756 is a use-after-free vulnerability that can be exploited by remote attackers.

Can CVE-2015-1756 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-1756 can be exploited remotely if the user is tricked into opening a malicious file.