CVE-2015-2480: Critical severity microsoft .net framework 4 vulnerability

Published Aug 15, 2015
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Updated

The RyuJIT compiler in Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6 produces incorrect code during an attempt at optimization, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .NET application, aka "RyuJIT Optimization Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-2479 and CVE-2015-2481.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.6

Event History

Aug 15, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2480?

CVE-2015-2480 has a severity rating of important, indicating potential significant impact on systems using the affected software.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-2480?

To mitigate CVE-2015-2480, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the .NET Framework.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-2480?

Exploitation of CVE-2015-2480 could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

4

Which software is affected by CVE-2015-2480?

CVE-2015-2480 affects Microsoft .NET Framework version 4.6.

5

How can CVE-2015-2480 be exploited?

CVE-2015-2480 can be exploited through a crafted .NET application designed to take advantage of the RyuJIT compiler's optimization flaws.

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