CVE-2015-1701—Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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2022-03-03 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2015-1701
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Win32k
Date Added:
2022-03-03
Due Date:
2022-03-24
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Win32k Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

An unspecified vulnerability exists in the Win32k.sys kernel-mode driver in Microsoft Windows Server that allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
KNOWN

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2015-1701

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