What is the severity of CVE-2015-2545?

CVE-2015-2545 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution in vulnerable versions of Microsoft Office.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2545?

To fix CVE-2015-2545, ensure that you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for your version of Office.

What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2015-2545?

CVE-2015-2545 affects Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, and 2013 SP1, as well as 2016 in certain configurations.

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2015-2545?

CVE-2015-2545 exploits a vulnerability related to the processing of crafted EPS images, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-2545?

While updating is the best solution, users can reduce risk by avoiding opening unsolicited EPS files until patches are applied.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2015-2545

Exploited

critical

9.3

CWE

9/9/2015

10/2/2025

CVE-2015-2545: Microsoft Office Malformed EPS File Vulnerability

First published: Wed Sep 09 2015(Updated: )

Microsoft Office allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted EPS image.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Office	=2007-sp3
Microsoft Office	=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office	=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office	=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office	=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Office	=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office	=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office	=2016
	=2007-sp3
	=2010-sp2
	=2013-sp1
	=2013-sp1
	=2016

Remedy

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-099

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-2545?
CVE-2015-2545 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution in vulnerable versions of Microsoft Office.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2545?
To fix CVE-2015-2545, ensure that you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for your version of Office.
What versions of Microsoft Office are affected by CVE-2015-2545?
CVE-2015-2545 affects Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, and 2013 SP1, as well as 2016 in certain configurations.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2015-2545?
CVE-2015-2545 exploits a vulnerability related to the processing of crafted EPS images, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-2545?
While updating is the best solution, users can reduce risk by avoiding opening unsolicited EPS files until patches are applied.

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