CVE-2015-1701:Win32k.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP2, and Server 2008 SP2 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, as exploited in the wild in April 2015, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

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The Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability affects the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2, Vista SP2, and Server 2008 SP2. This vulnerability allows local users to escalate their privileges by exploiting a flaw in the Win32k.sys component. This vulnerability was observed being actively exploited in the wild in April 2015.

Overview

This vulnerability in Win32k.sys allows local users to elevate their privileges on affected Windows systems. The exploit involves a crafted application that triggers the privilege escalation. The vulnerability was identified in April 2015 and has been actively exploited.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, Microsoft released security bulletin MS15-051, which provides patches and fixes for the affected versions of Windows Server. It is recommended to apply the necessary security updates to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Additionally, users should follow best practices for securing their systems and restrict access to privileged accounts.

References

  1. Symantec Twitter Status: Link
  2. Exploit-DB: CVE-2015-1701
  3. SecurityFocus BID: 74245
  4. Microsoft Security Bulletin MS15-051: Link
  5. FireEye Threat Research: Link
  6. SecurityTracker: 1032155
  7. Full Disclosure Mailing List: Link

Early Warning

Armis Early Warning customers received an advanced alert on this vulnerability.

Armis Alert Date
Apr 18, 2015
CISA KEV Date
Mar 3, 2022
2511days early
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  1. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Utilities
    Utilities
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Information
    Information
  9. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  10. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  11. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  12. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade
  13. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  14. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  15. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  16. Construction
    Construction
  17. Mining
    Mining
  18. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  19. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  20. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade

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