CVE-2015-2433: Infoleak
First published: Sat Aug 15 2015(Updated: )
The kernel 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, Windows RT Gold and 8.1, and Windows 10 allows local users to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism via a crafted application, aka "Kernel ASLR Bypass Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2433?
CVE-2015-2433 has a severity rating of important depending on the affected configuration.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2433?
To fix CVE-2015-2433, apply the latest security updates or patches provided by Microsoft for your affected version of Windows.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2015-2433?
CVE-2015-2433 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various configurations of Windows Server.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2015-2433?
CVE-2015-2433 can be exploited by local users to bypass the Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) protection mechanism.
Is CVE-2015-2433 an elevation of privilege vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2015-2433 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability allowing attackers to gain elevated access to system resources.
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