ACTIVELY EXPLOITED

CVE-2015-6175: Microsoft Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Facts
VendorMicrosoft
ProductWindows
Actively exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEV25 May 2022
CISA federal deadline15 Jun 2022
Weakness (CWE)CWE-264

Required action (CISA's text)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Description (NVD)

The kernel in Microsoft Windows contains a vulnerability that allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.

SOURCES

Other Microsoft flaws

Data from NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS and vendor advisories. Updated 10 Nov 2026.