Security readout for executives and security teams
This flaw affects the Windows kernel-mode driver on several older Windows releases. A local user who can run a crafted application could bypass a security boundary and gain higher privileges on that machine. It is not described as remotely exploitable in the supplied sources. Exposure is most likely on systems running the listed Windows Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Server 2012, or Windows RT versions without the MS15-080 remediation applied. Treat this as a targeted legacy Windows remediation item, not an emergency internet worm risk based on the supplied evidence. Prioritize systems where local users, shared access, or prior compromise could make privilege escalation business-relevant. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MS15-080 guidance for the applicable Windows versions.; Apply the relevant Microsoft security update where the system is affected.; Prioritize internet-facing or shared-use systems that permit local user execution..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS15-080CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
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