CVE-2015-6175

Name: CVE-2015-6175
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2015-12-09T11:59:56.58+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 5.17%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2015-6175 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The kernel in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Memory Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 5.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Memory Elevation of Privilege 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

5.17%

91.4th 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 Jun 15, 2022.

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Windows 10 1507	All versions

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034334Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-135Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034334Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2015/ms15-135Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2015-6175US Government Resource

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-6175?

The kernel in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Memory Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

How severe is CVE-2015-6175?

CVE-2015-6175 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2015-6175?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2015-6175?

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Source: NVD / NIST