CVE-2016-0042
HighSummary
A vulnerability in Microsoft Windows related to improper DLL loading, allowing local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.
Risk Assessment
Organizations may be exposed to unauthorized access and privilege escalation by local users, potentially leading to serious security breaches.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update operating systems to the latest versions and implement security policies that restrict the execution of unknown applications.
Other vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold and 1511
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Original NVD description (English source)
Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 mishandle DLL loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows DLL Loading Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."