CVE-2015-6127
UnknownEPSS 46.01%
Last modified
CVE-2015-6127 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Windows Media Center in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted .mcl file, aka "Windows Media Center Information Disclosure Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 46.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Windows Media Center in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted .mcl file, aka "Windows Media Center Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows 8 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | All versions | — |
| Microsoft | Windows Vista | All versions | Sp2 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/78516Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034335Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-134Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38912/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/78516Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034335Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-134Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/38912/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-6127?
Windows Media Center in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted .mcl file, aka "Windows Media Center Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2015-6127?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-6127 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 46.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6127?
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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