CVE-2015-2515: Use After Free

Published Oct 14, 2015

Updated

Use-after-free vulnerability in Windows Shell 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 execute arbitrary code via a crafted toolbar object, aka "Toolbar Use After Free 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/ms15-109

Event History

Oct 14, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2515?

CVE-2015-2515 has a high severity rating due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2515?

To fix CVE-2015-2515, install the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

Which versions of Windows are impacted by CVE-2015-2515?

CVE-2015-2515 affects various versions including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2008 SP2, and Windows 10.

Can CVE-2015-2515 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2015-2515 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted toolbars.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-2515?

CVE-2015-2515 is classified as a use-after-free vulnerability.