CVE-2015-2360: Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Wed Jun 10 2015(Updated: )
win32k.sys 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 or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Win32k | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =r2-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2360?
CVE-2015-2360 has a critical severity rating allowing local users to gain elevated privileges within the affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2360?
To fix CVE-2015-2360, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for your specific affected operating system.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2015-2360?
CVE-2015-2360 affects several versions of Windows including Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2003, 2008, and 2012.
Can CVE-2015-2360 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-2360 requires local access to the system, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2015-2360?
Exploiting CVE-2015-2360 can allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges and potentially control the affected system.
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