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CVE-2016-0079
The kernel in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that makes an API call to access sensit…
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Microsoft Windows - NtLoadKeyEx Read Only Hive Arbitrary File Write Privilege Escalation (MS16-124)2016-10-20 · local · windows · Verified
Impact
The kernel in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application that makes an API call to access sensitive information in the registry, aka "Windows Kernel Local Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | All versions Versions 1511, 1607 |
Weakness classification
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93357
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-124
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40608/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93357
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2016/ms16-124
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40608/