CVE-2015-2370: High severity microsoft windows server 2003 vulnerability

Published Jul 14, 2015

Updated

The authentication implementation in the RPC subsystem 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 does not prevent DCE/RPC connection reflection, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows RPC Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Affected Software

14 affected components

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=r2-sp2

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

Event History

Jul 14, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2370?

CVE-2015-2370 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized remote access.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2370?

To fix CVE-2015-2370, apply the relevant security update provided by Microsoft for the affected operating systems.

What are the affected systems by CVE-2015-2370?

CVE-2015-2370 affects various versions including Windows Server 2003, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012 among others.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-2370?

CVE-2015-2370 is an authentication vulnerability in the DCE/RPC subsystem that can lead to unauthorized access.

Is CVE-2015-2370 still a risk for unsupported operating systems?

Yes, CVE-2015-2370 remains a risk for unsupported operating systems that have not been patched.