CVE-2015-6103: Input Validation
First published: Wed Nov 11 2015(Updated: )
The Adobe Type Manager Library 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 Gold and 1511 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted embedded font, aka "Windows Graphics Memory Remote Code Execution Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6104.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| 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 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/134397/Microsoft-Windows-Kernel-Win32k.sys-TTF-Font-Processing-Buffer-Overflow.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034114
- https://code.google.com/p/google-security-research/issues/detail?id=506
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-115
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38714/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6103?
CVE-2015-6103 has a critical severity rating as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6103?
To fix CVE-2015-6103, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2015-6103?
CVE-2015-6103 affects multiple Windows operating systems including Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and Windows Server versions.
What type of attacks can CVE-2015-6103 facilitate?
CVE-2015-6103 can facilitate remote code execution attacks via crafted embedded fonts.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2015-6103?
Yes, there are proofs of concept and details available indicating that exploitation of CVE-2015-6103 is feasible in the wild.
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