CVE-2015-2440: Infoleak
First published: Sat Aug 15 2015(Updated: )
Microsoft XML Core Services 3.0, 5.0, and 6.0 allows remote attackers to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism via a crafted web site, aka "MSXML Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft XML Core Services | =3.0 | |
| Microsoft XML Core Services | =5.0 | |
| Microsoft XML Core Services | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2440?
CVE-2015-2440 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2440?
To fix CVE-2015-2440, update Microsoft XML Core Services to the latest version, ensuring all security patches are applied.
What versions of Microsoft XML Core Services are affected by CVE-2015-2440?
CVE-2015-2440 affects Microsoft XML Core Services versions 3.0, 5.0, and 6.0.
Can CVE-2015-2440 be exploited through a web browser?
Yes, CVE-2015-2440 can be exploited via a crafted website, leading to potential data exposure.
What type of attacks can CVE-2015-2440 facilitate?
CVE-2015-2440 can facilitate remote attacks aimed at bypassing the Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) protection mechanism.
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- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/weakness
- agent/author
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/severity
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- agent/description
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/microsoft
- canonical/microsoft xml core services
- version/microsoft xml core services/3.0
- version/microsoft xml core services/5.0
- version/microsoft xml core services/6.0