CVE-2015-1721: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2015-1721: The kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 and R2 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server...

The kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 and R2 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allow local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 04:54 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2015-1721 is a Windows kernel driver flaw that lets a local user or crafted application gain higher privileges or crash the system. It is not described as remotely exploitable by itself, but it can matter after any initial workstation or server compromise. Exposure is most likely on unpatched legacy Windows systems listed in the CVE, including Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Server 2012, RT, and related R2/SP variants. Treat as high priority where affected legacy Windows remains in production. It is mainly a post-compromise privilege escalation and crash risk, so business urgency depends on whether vulnerable endpoints or servers still exist. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft security bulletin MS15-061 where applicable.; Confirm legacy Windows hosts are fully patched or retired.; Prioritize internet-facing jump hosts and systems with many local users..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 22:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 10, 2015, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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Source materials

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38274CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
MS15-061CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS

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