ms15-001

MS15-001 is a Microsoft security bulletin published on January 13, 2015, addressing a vulnerability in the Windows Application Compatibility Cache. This important-rated update resolves a privately reported elevation of privilege issue. An authenticated attacker could exploit the flaw by running a specially crafted application, bypassing permission checks during cache modification, and executing arbitrary code with elevated privileges. The tag covers discussions and information about this specific security update, including its severity, impact, and remediation steps for affected Windows systems.