DLL Loading Privilege Escalation in Microsoft Windows Products
CVE-2016-0014
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 13 January 2016
What is CVE-2016-0014?
An issue exists within Microsoft Windows that improperly handles Dynamic Link Library (DLL) loading, enabling local users to exploit this flaw to gain elevated privileges through a specially crafted application. This vulnerability affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Vista, Server 2008, 7, 8, 8.1, and 10, creating potential risks for system integrity and user access control.