CVE-2015-6173
First published: Wed Dec 09 2015(Updated: )
The kernel 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 local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Memory Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-6171 and CVE-2015-6174.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6173?
CVE-2015-6173 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6173?
To fix CVE-2015-6173, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected Windows versions.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2015-6173?
CVE-2015-6173 affects multiple versions of Windows including Vista SP2, 7 SP1, 8, 8.1, 10, and several versions of Windows Server.
Can CVE-2015-6173 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-6173 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the affected system.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-6173?
The potential impacts of CVE-2015-6173 include unauthorized elevation of privileges, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
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