CVE-2008-0015

CVE-2008-0015 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2003 Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming it has been exploited in the wild (added 2026-02-17). The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the CComVariant::ReadFromStream function in the Active Template Library (ATL), as used in the MPEG2TuneRequest ActiveX control in msvidctl.dll in DirectShow, in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Server 2008 Gold and SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web page, as exploited in the wild in July 2009, aka "Microsoft Video ActiveX Control Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0015?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the CComVariant::ReadFromStream function in the Active Template Library (ATL), as used in the MPEG2TuneRequest ActiveX control in msvidctl.dll in DirectShow, in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, Server 2003 SP2, Vista Gold, SP1, and SP2, and Server 2008 Gold and SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web page, as exploited in the wild in July 2009, aka "Microsoft Video ActiveX Control Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2008-0015?
CVE-2008-0015 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2008-0015 being actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2008-0015 is on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added on 2026-02-17, which means active exploitation has been confirmed. It should be prioritised for remediation.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0015?
CVE-2008-0015 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 2003 Server. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0015?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Because this CVE is known to be actively exploited, treat remediation as urgent — CISA KEV typically sets a short remediation deadline.
Does CVE-2008-0015 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2008-0015 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2008-0028. It is also flagged as exploited in the EUVD (since 2026-02-17).
When was CVE-2008-0015 published?
CVE-2008-0015 was published on 2009-07-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

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