CVE-2015-2546: Microsoft Win32k Memory Corruption Vulnerability
The kernel-mode driver 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 local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Memory Corruption Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-2511, CVE-2015-2517, and CVE-2015-2518.
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The kernel-mode driver in Microsoft Windows OS and Server allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2546?
CVE-2015-2546 is rated as important due to its potential to allow privilege escalation for local users.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2546?
To fix CVE-2015-2546, you should apply the security updates provided by Microsoft as outlined in their security bulletin.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2015-2546?
CVE-2015-2546 affects multiple versions including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various editions of Windows Server.
Can CVE-2015-2546 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-2546 requires local access for exploitation, meaning an attacker must have local user access to successfully execute the attack.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-2546?
CVE-2015-2546 is a privilege escalation vulnerability found in the Windows kernel-mode driver.