CVE-2016-3372

The kernel API in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008 SP2 does not properly enforce permissions, which allows local users to spoof processes, spoof inter-process communication, or cause a denial of service via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Score

CVSS 3.0 6.6 Medium

Status

Modified - secure@microsoft.com

Published

2016-09-14

Last modified

2024-08-05

Weaknesses

CWE-264

Affected products

• Windows Server 2008 (Microsoft)
• Windows Vista (Microsoft)

References

• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92815
• http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036802
• https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-111