CVE-2015-2506: Input Validation

Published Sep 9, 2015

Updated

atmfd.dll in the 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, Windows RT Gold and 8.1, and Windows 10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafted OpenType font, aka "OpenType Font Parsing Vulnerability."

Affected Software

12 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 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Remediation

Patch Available

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-097

Event History

Sep 9, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2506?

The severity of CVE-2015-2506 is classified as important, as it allows remote attackers to potentially cause a denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2506?

To fix CVE-2015-2506, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2015-2506?

CVE-2015-2506 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows Vista, 7 SP1, 8, 8.1, 10, and various editions of Windows Server.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-2506?

CVE-2015-2506 is a denial of service vulnerability found in the Adobe Type Manager Library in Windows.

Can CVE-2015-2506 lead to data loss?

While CVE-2015-2506 primarily causes system crashes, it may indirectly lead to data loss if unsaved work is not preserved.