Vulnerability Description
The kernel in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that makes an API call to access sensitive information in the registry, aka "Windows Kernel Local Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-0073.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Rt 8.1 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93356
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-12
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40573/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93356
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-12
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40573/
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-0075?
CVE-2016-0075 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The kernel in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that makes an ...
How severe is CVE-2016-0075?
CVE-2016-0075 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-0075?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows 8.1, Microsoft Windows Rt 8.1, Microsoft Windows Server 2012.