ms15-072

MS15-072 is a Microsoft security bulletin addressing an important vulnerability in the Windows graphics component. The vulnerability could allow elevation of privilege if the graphics component fails to properly process bitmap conversions. An authenticated attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability could gain elevated privileges, potentially installing programs, viewing or modifying data, or creating new accounts with full administrative rights. The attacker must first log on to the system to exploit this vulnerability. This security update was published on July 14, 2015, and applies to supported versions of Microsoft Windows. The tag covers discussions and information about this specific security bulletin and its associated update.