Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a remote code execution flaw in Microsoft Windows Media Player 10 through 12. A user reaching a malicious web page with crafted DataObject content could allow attacker-controlled code to run. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, or a complete affected-platform matrix. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows endpoints with Windows Media Player 10, 11, or 12 installed, especially where users can browse untrusted websites or render media-linked web content. Treat as a high-priority legacy endpoint risk. Prioritize patch verification and retirement planning for systems that still depend on Windows Media Player 10 through 12. Mitigation focus: Review and apply Microsoft MS15-057 guidance where applicable.; Confirm systems receive current Microsoft security updates or supported superseding updates.; Retire or isolate unsupported Windows systems using Windows Media Player 10 through 12..
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- Known Exploited
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- 20150701 Microsoft Windows Media Player DataObject Switch Memory Corruption VulnerabilityCVE reference · third-party-advisory, x_refsource_IDEFENSE
- MS15-057CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
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