CVE-2015-1726: Use-after-free vulnerability in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 and R2 SP2, Wi...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a Windows local privilege escalation flaw. An attacker already able to run a crafted application on an affected machine could abuse a kernel brush object memory error to gain higher privileges. It is not described as a remote compromise path, but it can turn a foothold into administrator-level control. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows systems listed in the CVE description, including Windows Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012, Windows RT, and related R2/SP releases. Treat this as a high-priority legacy Windows exposure issue. It is not presented as remotely exploitable, but public exploit material and privilege escalation impact make it important for systems that still run affected Windows versions. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and security updates associated with MS15-061.; Prioritize unsupported or legacy Windows systems for upgrade or isolation.; Restrict local code execution through application control where feasible..

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

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