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CVE-2015-8578

UnknownEPSS 1.35%

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CVE-2015-8578 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. AVG Internet Security 2015 allocates memory with Read, Write, Execute (RWX) permissions at predictable addresses when protecting user-mode processes, which allows attackers to bypass the DEP and ASLR protection mechanisms via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

AVG Internet Security 2015 allocates memory with Read, Write, Execute (RWX) permissions at predictable addresses when protecting user-mode processes, which allows attackers to bypass the DEP and ASLR protection mechanisms via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.35%

67.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AvgInternet Security2015

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2015-8578?
AVG Internet Security 2015 allocates memory with Read, Write, Execute (RWX) permissions at predictable addresses when protecting user-mode processes, which allows attackers to bypass the DEP and ASLR protection mechanisms via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2015-8578?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8578 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8578?
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