What is the severity of CVE-2015-2519?

CVE-2015-2519 has a severity rating of critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2519?

To fix CVE-2015-2519, apply the Microsoft security update provided in the MS15-098 bulletin.

Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2015-2519?

CVE-2015-2519 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.

What type of attack does CVE-2015-2519 enable?

CVE-2015-2519 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted .jnt file.

Is CVE-2015-2519 still a concern for users today?

While the urgency may have diminished due to patched systems, users of affected versions should ensure they have applied all relevant updates.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2015-2519

critical

9.3

CWE

190

9/9/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2015-2519: Integer Overflow

First published: Wed Sep 09 2015(Updated: )

Integer overflow in Windows Journal 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 .jnt file, aka "Windows Journal Integer Overflow RCE Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.0
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64	=r2
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2

Remedy

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-098

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2519?
CVE-2015-2519 has a severity rating of critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2519?
To fix CVE-2015-2519, apply the Microsoft security update provided in the MS15-098 bulletin.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2015-2519?
CVE-2015-2519 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-2519 enable?
CVE-2015-2519 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted .jnt file.
Is CVE-2015-2519 still a concern for users today?
While the urgency may have diminished due to patched systems, users of affected versions should ensure they have applied all relevant updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2519?
CVE-2015-2519 has a severity rating of critical, as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2519?
To fix CVE-2015-2519, apply the Microsoft security update provided in the MS15-098 bulletin.
Which Windows versions are affected by CVE-2015-2519?
CVE-2015-2519 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.
What type of attack does CVE-2015-2519 enable?
CVE-2015-2519 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted .jnt file.
Is CVE-2015-2519 still a concern for users today?
While the urgency may have diminished due to patched systems, users of affected versions should ensure they have applied all relevant updates.