Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Products
CVE-2016-0007
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 13 January 2016
What is CVE-2016-0007?
A vulnerability exists in the sandbox implementation of multiple Microsoft Windows versions, where the mishandling of reparse points allows local users to execute crafted applications. This can lead to the escalation of user privileges, potentially enabling unauthorized access to system resources. This vulnerability spans various Windows platforms from Vista to Windows 10, highlighting the need for immediate updates to safeguard systems against exploitation.