CVE-2016-7218: Bowser.sys in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, W...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-7218 is a Microsoft Windows information disclosure issue in the Bowser.sys kernel-mode driver. A local user running a crafted application could obtain sensitive information. It does not describe remote compromise or privilege escalation in the provided sources, but exposed shared or multi-user Windows systems deserve attention. Exposure is most likely on Windows systems matching the listed affected versions, especially shared workstations, terminal servers, or servers where non-administrative users can run local applications. Treat this as a medium-priority legacy Windows patching item unless affected shared or sensitive systems remain unpatched. It is not cited as actively exploited in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft bulletin MS16-135 for the applicable security update.; Apply the relevant Microsoft security update to affected Windows builds.; Prioritize systems allowing untrusted or shared local user access..

Prepared

Jun 13, 2026, 13:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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