CVE-2015-2454
First published: Sat Aug 15 2015(Updated: )
The kernel-mode driver 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 does not properly constrain impersonation levels, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows KMD Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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-2015-2454?
The severity of CVE-2015-2454 is classified as important.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2454?
To fix CVE-2015-2454, apply the security update provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2015-2454?
CVE-2015-2454 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server 2012.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-2454?
CVE-2015-2454 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Windows kernel-mode driver.
Can local users exploit CVE-2015-2454?
Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2015-2454 to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.
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