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

Published Sep 9, 2015
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Updated

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

Other sources

Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2013 RT SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted EPS image, aka "Microsoft Office Malformed EPS File Vulnerability."

Affected Software

9 affected components
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Office=2007-sp3
Microsoft Office=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2010-sp2
Microsoft Office=2013-sp1
Microsoft Office=2016

Event History

Sep 9, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:59 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 3, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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