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CVE-2015-2381

2.1 · LOW

win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kerne…

Published Jul 14, 2015microsoftCWE-200EPSS 2.56%

Overview

CVE-2015-2381 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_7. It was published on July 14, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Information Disclosure Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-2382.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_7 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-2381?

CVE-2015-2381 is a low-severity vulnerability affecting microsoft windows_7. It was published on July 14, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2015-2381?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated LOW. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2015-2381?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from microsoft. Update windows_7 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2015-2381?

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