CVE-2008-0015
Published: February 17, 2026
Official Description
Microsoft Windows Video ActiveX Control contains a remote code execution vulnerability. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability by constructing a specially crafted Web page. When a user views the Web page, the vulnerability could allow remote code execution. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the logged-on user.
CISA KEV Advisory
Microsoft Windows Video ActiveX Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Microsoft Windows Video ActiveX Control contains a remote code execution vulnerability. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability by constructing a specially crafted Web page. When a user views the Web page, the vulnerability could allow remote code execution. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could gain the same user rights as the logged-on user.
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Risk Analysis
Microsoft Windows Video ActiveX Control contains a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited by viewing a specially crafted web page. With a CVSS score of 8.8 and an EPSS score of 0.80640, this is a critical vulnerability that can grant an attacker the same user rights as the logged-on user.
This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog, indicating a high likelihood of successful attacks. The remote code execution capability makes it a severe threat.
Ensure all Microsoft Windows systems are fully patched with the latest security updates. Users should exercise caution when browsing untrusted websites and ensure web browsers are configured securely.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2008-0015 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 8.8.
CISA has added CVE-2008-0015 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
News & Research Mentioning CVE-2008-0015
CISA has added four new vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. CVE-2008-0015 Microsoft Windows Video ActiveX Control Remote Code Execution Vulnerability CVE-2020-7796 Synacor Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS) Server-Side Request Forgery Vulnerability CVE-2024-7694 TeamT5 ThreatSonar Anti-Ransomware Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type Vulnerability CVE-2026-2441 Google Chromium CSS Use-After-Free Vulnerability These types of vulnerabilities are frequent attack vectors for malicious cyber actors and pose significant risks to the federal enterprise. Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 22-01: Reducing the Significant Risk of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities established the [xlite_meta score:57 src:CISA Alerts xlite_fp:0151606efb7c3597e4acbd0d824dcee382a174d70f7753422aa0e45dddd065c7]
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Quick Facts
Known Threat Actors
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2008-0015 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1