SB2016071802 - Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

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SB2016071802 - Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published: July 18, 2016

Security Bulletin ID SB2016071802
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Windows kernel information disclosure vulnerability (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-3272)

CWE-ID: CWE-200 - Exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect handling of certain page fault system calls in Windows kernel. A local user can disclose information from another process.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a local attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References