#VU122 Windows kernel information disclosure vulnerability in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2016-3272
Vulnerability identifier: #VU122
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: 2 [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]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
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.
Mitigation
To resolve this vulnerability vendor recommends installing the following updates:
Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems
Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows RT 8.1
Use Windows Update to obtain patch KB3172727
Windows 10
Windows 10 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 10 for x64-based Systems
Windows 10 Version 1511 for 32-bit Systems
Windows 10 Version 1511 for x64-based Systems
Server Core installation option
Windows Server 2012 (Server Core installation)
Windows Server 2012 R2 (Server Core installation)
Vulnerable software versions
Windows: 8.1 RT - 8.1, 10
Windows Server: 2012 R2 - 2012
External links
https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/security/MS16-092
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.
