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CVE-2016-7216

UnknownEPSS 4.14%

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CVE-2016-7216 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel API in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 mishandles permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 4.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel API in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 mishandles permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.14%

89.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

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

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-7216?
The kernel API in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 mishandles permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2016-7216?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7216 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7216?
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