CVE-2016-3272: Infoleak

Published Jul 13, 2016
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Updated

The kernel in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 mishandles page-fault system calls, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from an arbitrary process via a crafted application, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Affected Software

6 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=1511
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Event History

Jul 13, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3272?

The severity of CVE-2016-3272 is rated as important, indicating a significant risk to security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-3272?

To fix CVE-2016-3272, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected versions of Windows.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2016-3272?

CVE-2016-3272 affects Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows 7 SP1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-3272?

CVE-2016-3272 is an information disclosure vulnerability that occurs due to improper handling of page-fault system calls.

5

Can CVE-2016-3272 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2016-3272 cannot be exploited remotely and requires local user access to exploit the vulnerability.

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