Vulnerability Details : 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."
Vulnerability category: Gain privilegeDenial of service
Products affected by CVE-2016-3372
- cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_vista:*:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2008:*:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
Exploit prediction scoring system (EPSS) score for CVE-2016-3372
0.08%
Probability of exploitation activity in the next 30 days
EPSS Score History
~ 32 %
Percentile, the proportion of vulnerabilities that are scored at or less
CVSS scores for CVE-2016-3372
| Base Score | Base Severity | CVSS Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Score Source | First Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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3.6
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LOW | AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:P |
3.9
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4.9
|
NIST | |
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6.6
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MEDIUM | CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H |
1.3
|
5.2
|
NIST |
CWE ids for CVE-2016-3372
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Assigned by: nvd@nist.gov (Primary)
References for CVE-2016-3372
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036802
Windows Kernel Multiple Flaws Let Local Users Gain Elevated Privileges - SecurityTracker
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92815
Microsoft Windows Kernel CVE-2016-3372 Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
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https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-111
Microsoft Security Bulletin MS16-111 - Important | Microsoft Docs
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