Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Video Control for Windows Products
CVE-2016-7248
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Microsoft
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 10 November 2016
What is CVE-2016-7248?
The Microsoft Video Control present in multiple Windows operating systems has a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending a specially crafted file. This can lead to unauthorized actions on targeted systems, jeopardizing the integrity and security of user data.

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References
EPSS Score
31% 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
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved