CVE-2016-7259
First published: Tue Dec 20 2016(Updated: )
The Graphics 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, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://blog.quarkslab.com/cve-2016-7259-an-empty-file-into-the-blue.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/140172/Microsoft-Windows-Type-1-Font-Processing-Privilege-Escalation.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/539919/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94771
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037452
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-151
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7259?
CVE-2016-7259 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability, allowing local users to gain administrative privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7259?
To mitigate CVE-2016-7259, ensure that your affected Microsoft Windows systems have the latest security updates installed.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-7259?
CVE-2016-7259 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows Vista, 7, 8.1, 10, and their corresponding Server editions.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2016-7259?
CVE-2016-7259 can be exploited through local user access to execute malicious code that escalates privileges.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-7259?
While the most effective solution is updating your systems, restricting user access and minimizing local user permissions can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2016-7259.
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