Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-3309 is a Windows kernel-mode driver flaw that lets a local, low-privileged user run a crafted application to gain higher privileges. It matters most on older Windows systems or unpatched legacy images because successful abuse can give broad control over the affected host. Exposure is most likely on legacy or unpatched Windows Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Server 2012, Windows RT 8.1, and early Windows 10 builds listed by Microsoft. Treat this as high priority for legacy Windows exposure. It requires local execution, but KEV status and privilege escalation impact make it important for workstations, servers, and environments where an initial foothold could become full host compromise. Mitigation focus: Apply Microsoft guidance and updates from MS16-098 where applicable.; Prioritize internet-facing or high-value legacy Windows systems that still permit local user execution.; Retire or isolate unsupported Windows versions when vendor updates are no longer practical..
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- High
- CVSS
- 7.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- Yes
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.85.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.8HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- MS16-098CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_MS
- 42960CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2016-3309CVE reference · government-resource
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