CVE-2015-2364

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 and R2 SP2 Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1 Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 Microsoft Windows 8 Microsoft Windows 8.1 Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 Microsoft Windows RT Gold and 8.1

Description The issue is related to the graphics component in Microsoft Windows, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that leverages an incorrect bitmap conversion. This can enable an authenticated attacker to elevate privileges on a targeted system, potentially allowing them to install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts with full administrative rights. To exploit the issue, an attacker must first log on to the system.

Recommendations For Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 and R2 SP2, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows 8, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows 8.1, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows RT Gold and 8.1, update to a newer version that contains a fix for this issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the graphics component until a patch is available.