CVE-2015-2426: Microsoft Windows Adobe Type Manager Library Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Jul 20, 2015
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows when the Windows Adobe Type Manager Library improperly handles specially crafted OpenType fonts.

Other sources

Buffer underflow in atmfd.dll in the Windows Adobe Type Manager Library 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 remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted OpenType font, aka "OpenType Font Driver Vulnerability."

Affected Software

13 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10
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 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Jul 20, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 28, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2426?

CVE-2015-2426 has a critical severity rating as it allows for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-2426?

To fix CVE-2015-2426, ensure your Microsoft Windows operating system is updated with the latest security patches.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2015-2426?

CVE-2015-2426 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and several Server editions.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-2426?

CVE-2015-2426 is a remote code execution vulnerability caused by improper handling of OpenType fonts.

5

Can CVE-2015-2426 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-2426 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted OpenType fonts to the affected system.

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