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CVE-2016-0020

UnknownEPSS 2.01%

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CVE-2016-0020 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 mishandle DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "MAPI DLL Loading Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 2.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 mishandle DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "MAPI DLL Loading Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.01%

78.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftWindows 7All versionsSp1
MicrosoftWindows Server 2008All versionsSp2
MicrosoftWindows Server 2008r2Sp1

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0020?
Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 mishandle DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "MAPI DLL Loading Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-0020?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0020 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0020?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST