Vulnerability Description
Virtual Hard Disk Driver in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607, and Windows Server 2016 does not properly restrict access to files, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "VHD Driver Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
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 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94003
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037248
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-13
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94003
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037248
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-13
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7223?
CVE-2016-7223 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). Virtual Hard Disk Driver in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607, and Windows Server 2016 does not properly restrict access to files,...
How severe is CVE-2016-7223?
CVE-2016-7223 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-7223?
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, Microsoft Windows Server 2016.