Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allows local users to bypass the Secure Boot protection mechanism by leveraging administrative access to install a crafted policy, aka "Secure Boot Security Feature Bypass."
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows 8.1 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Rt 8.1 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2012 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91604
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036290
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-09
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91604
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036290
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-09
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3287?
CVE-2016-3287 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allows local users to bypass the Secure Boot protection mechanism by leveraging administrative acce...
How severe is CVE-2016-3287?
CVE-2016-3287 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3287?
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.