7.2
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-2364

First published: Tue Jul 14 2015(Updated: )

The graphics component 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 that leverages an incorrect bitmap conversion, aka "Graphics Component EOP Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=r2-sp2
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-2364?

    CVE-2015-2364 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-2364?

    To fix CVE-2015-2364, apply the appropriate security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected operating systems.

  • Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2015-2364?

    CVE-2015-2364 affects multiple versions including Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, and Windows 7 SP1 among others.

  • Can unprivileged users exploit CVE-2015-2364?

    Yes, unprivileged users can exploit CVE-2015-2364 to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.

  • Is CVE-2015-2364 being actively exploited in the wild?

    Yes, there have been reports indicating that CVE-2015-2364 is being actively exploited in various attacks.

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