Is CVE-2015-2426 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2015-2426 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2015-2426 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2015-2426 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2015-2426?

CVE-2015-2426 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2015-2426

Published: March 28, 2022

EPSS:91.75%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.7th

Official Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows when the Windows Adobe Type Manager Library improperly handles specially crafted OpenType fonts.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Microsoft Windows Adobe Type Manager Library Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows when the Windows Adobe Type Manager Library improperly handles specially crafted OpenType fonts.

Added to KEV: 2022-03-28Federal patch deadline: 2022-04-18

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows due to how the Windows Adobe Type Manager Library handles specially crafted OpenType fonts. The high EPSS score of 0.91754 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical concern. It is confirmed as exploited by CISA.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild. This flaw is remotely exploitable, likely through malicious documents or web content containing crafted fonts.

Recommended Action

Ensure all Microsoft Windows systems are fully updated. Implement strict controls over the types of files users can open or download, especially font files.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2015-2426 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2015-2426 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.