Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 10 and Server 2016
CVE-2017-0024

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Win32k
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 March 2017

What is CVE-2017-0024?

Local users on Microsoft Windows 10 (Version 1607) and Windows Server 2016 can exploit a flaw in the kernel-mode drivers, allowing them to elevate their privileges through a specially crafted application. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it may enable unauthorized access to sensitive system resources.

Affected Version(s)

Win32k The kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 10 1607 and Windows Server 2016

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96029
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038017
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EPSS Score

6% 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:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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