SB2016071802 - Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Published: July 18, 2016
Security Bulletin ID
SB2016071802
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Windows kernel information disclosure vulnerability (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-3272)
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.