CVE-2015-2374: Infoleak

Published Jul 14, 2015

Updated

The Netlogon service in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 and R2 SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 does not properly implement domain-controller communication, which allows remote attackers to discover credentials by leveraging certain PDC access and spoofing the BDC role in a PDC communication channel, aka "Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Netlogon."

Affected Software

8 affected components

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp2

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=r2-sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Event History

Jul 14, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2374?

CVE-2015-2374 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to discover credentials.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2374?

To fix CVE-2015-2374, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows Server versions.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2015-2374?

CVE-2015-2374 affects Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 2008, and 2012 in specific service pack configurations.

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2015-2374?

CVE-2015-2374 can be exploited by remote attackers to discover credentials through improper implementation of domain-controller communication.

Is CVE-2015-2374 still a risk if I update my system?

If your system is updated with the appropriate Microsoft patches, the risk from CVE-2015-2374 should be mitigated.