CVE-2015-1673: Critical severity Microsoft .NET Framework vulnerability

Published May 13, 2015
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Updated

The Windows Forms (aka WinForms) libraries in Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4, 4.5, 4.5.1, and 4.5.2 allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted partial-trust application, aka "Windows Forms Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Affected Software

9 affected components
Microsoft .NET Framework=1.1-sp1
Microsoft .NET Framework=2.0-sp2
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5
Microsoft .NET Framework=3.5.1
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.0
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.5
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.5.1
Microsoft .NET Framework=4.5.2
IBM Controller<=11.1.0 - 11.1.1

Event History

May 13, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Dec 4, 2025
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-1673?

CVE-2015-1673 has been rated as important by Microsoft due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-1673?

To fix CVE-2015-1673, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of .NET Framework.

3

Which versions of .NET Framework are affected by CVE-2015-1673?

CVE-2015-1673 affects .NET Framework versions 1.1 SP1, 2.0 SP2, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4.0, 4.5, 4.5.1, and 4.5.2.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2015-1673 enable?

CVE-2015-1673 can enable user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

5

Is there any user action required for CVE-2015-1673 to be exploited?

Yes, CVE-2015-1673 requires user assistance, meaning the targeted user must run a crafted partial-trust application for the exploit to succeed.

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