Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Products
CVE-2016-0007

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Server 2008
Windows Server 2012
Windows Rt
Windows 10
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 January 2016

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

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.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2016-0007 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2016-0007 - Proof of Concept

References

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securit...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034645
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https://code.google.com/p/google-security-research/issues...
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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