CVE-2015-2545

Name: CVE-2015-2545
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-09-09T00:59:52.19+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 86.05%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-2545 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2013 RT SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted EPS image, aka "Microsoft Office Malformed EPS File Vulnerability.". CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 86.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2013 RT SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted EPS image, aka "Microsoft Office Malformed EPS File Vulnerability."

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

86.05%

99.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Mar 24, 2022.

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Office	2007	Sp3
Microsoft	Office	2010	Sp2
Microsoft	Office	2013	Sp1
Microsoft	Office	2016	—

References

http://blog.morphisec.com/exploit-bypass-emet-cve-2015-2545Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033488Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-099Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://blog.morphisec.com/exploit-bypass-emet-cve-2015-2545Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033488Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-099Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2015-2545US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Sep 9, 2015
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-2545?

Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, 2010 SP2, 2013 SP1, and 2013 RT SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted EPS image, aka "Microsoft Office Malformed EPS File Vulnerability."

How severe is CVE-2015-2545?

CVE-2015-2545 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 86.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2015-2545?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST