CVE-2016-7216

Name: CVE-2016-7216
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-11-10T06:59:29.563+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

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

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows Server 2008	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Server 2008	r2	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows Vista	All versions	Sp2

References

Timeline

Published: Nov 10, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-7216?

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