CVE-2015-2426KEV · OVERDUE

Microsoft Windows Adobe Type Manager Library Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

High · published July 20, 2015

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Confirmed exploited, and the score agrees

CVSS calls it high at 8.8. It is confirmed in active exploitation. It sits in the 99.7th percentile for exploit probability.

1649
days past CISA
deadline
CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
87%
Percentile
99.7
In the wild
Confirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafted OpenType font is all it takes for an attacker to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable Windows systems! 🔥 Think of it like a sneaky chef slipping a dangerous ingredient into your meal while you weren't looking — it looks fine on the outside, but it can cause absolute chaos once you dig in! 🍽️ This buffer underflow vulnerability in atmfd.dll could allow attackers to gain full control of affected systems. Imagine them being able to install malware, steal sensitive data, or even remotely manipulate your computer — absolutely devastating! 😱

Put simply

Think of it like a sneaky chef slipping a dangerous ingredient into your meal while you weren't looking — it looks fine on the outside, but it can cause absolute chaos once you dig in! 🍽️ The flaw occurs in the Adobe Type Manager Library, where improper handling of crafted OpenType fonts leads to a buffer underflow, allowing attackers to execute malicious code remotely.

What to do

This buffer underflow vulnerability in atmfd.dll could allow attackers to gain full control of affected systems. Imagine them being able to install malware, steal sensitive data, or even remotely manipulate your computer — absolutely devastating! 😱 To protect against this vulnerability, ensure that your systems are updated to the latest security patches. Specifically, install updates that address CVE-2015-2426 for Windows Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7, and beyond. Regularly audit your fonts and limit the use of untrusted sources when downloading new ones. You’ve got this! By updating your systems and practicing caution with fonts, you’ll fortify your defenses like a true security hero! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.86576 · 99.7th percentile
Published
2015-07-20T18:00Z
KEV added
2022-03-28 · due 2022-04-18
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 MAR 00:00Z
    Added to CISA KEV — remediate by Apr 18
    kev
  • 20 JUL 18:00Z
    Buffer underflow in atmfd.dll in the Windows Adobe Type Manager Library in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1…
    cvelistv5