Use-after-free Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Products

CVE-2015-1726

Summary

This vulnerability involves a use-after-free condition in kernel-mode drivers of Microsoft Windows operating systems that can be exploited by local users. By executing a specially crafted application, attackers can potentially escalate their privileges, leading to unauthorized access and control over system resources. This flaw affects several versions of Windows, including both server and client versions, highlighting a significant security concern for users still operating on unsupported software.

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