CVE-2015-0016VulnerabilityPublished 05/25/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2015-0016: Microsoft Windows TS WebProxy Directory Traversal Vulnerability

Affects Microsoft WindowsSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 05/25/2022
KEV deadline: 06/15/2022
EPSS: 75.8% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 99% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2015-0016 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2015-0016 is a directory traversal vulnerability in the TS WebProxy component of Microsoft Windows that allows remote attackers to escalate privileges. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information is provided in the input data.

Summary

The vulnerability identified as CVE-2015-0016 affects the TS WebProxy (TSWbPrxy) component in Microsoft Windows. It is a directory traversal flaw that enables remote attackers to escalate privileges on the affected system. The vulnerability has been confirmed to be exploited in the wild. No detailed version information or patch status is included in the provided data.

Impact

Successful exploitation of this directory traversal vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected Microsoft Windows systems. This can lead to unauthorized access and potential control over the system.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, administrators should monitor Microsoft advisories for updates and apply any available security updates promptly.

Weaknesses

CWE-22Path Traversal (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 11:50:08 UTC

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