CVE-2016-3251: Infoleak
First published: Wed Jul 13 2016(Updated: )
The GDI component in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allows local users to obtain sensitive kernel-address information via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3251?
CVE-2016-3251 is rated as important as it allows local users to gain sensitive kernel-address information.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-3251?
CVE-2016-3251 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 Gold and 1511, and Windows Server operating systems.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3251?
To fix CVE-2016-3251, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Can CVE-2016-3251 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2016-3251 requires local access to exploit, meaning it cannot be remotely exploited.
Is CVE-2016-3251 a zero-day vulnerability?
CVE-2016-3251 was disclosed in 2016, but it is not classified as a zero-day vulnerability as patches were released to mitigate it.
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