CVE-2015-6131: Input Validation
Published Dec 9, 2015
·Updated
Windows Media Center in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .mcl file, aka "Media Center Library Parsing RCE Vulnerability."
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2
Remediation
Event History
Dec 9, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6131?
CVE-2015-6131 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-6131?
To fix CVE-2015-6131, ensure that all security updates from Microsoft are applied to your affected Windows operating system.
3
What specific versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2015-6131?
CVE-2015-6131 affects Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1.
4
Can CVE-2015-6131 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-6131 can be exploited remotely using a specially crafted .mcl file.
5
What is the primary impact of CVE-2015-6131?
The primary impact of CVE-2015-6131 is the execution of arbitrary code on the victim's system.