CVE-2016-3236
CriticalSummary
The WPAD protocol implementation in Windows has issues with proxy discovery, allowing remote attackers to redirect network traffic.
Risk Assessment
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to intercept data or manipulate network traffic, posing a significant security threat to the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update operating systems to the latest versions and disable WPAD protocol if it is not necessary.
Original NVD description (English source)
The Web Proxy Auto Discovery (WPAD) protocol implementation 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, and Windows 10 Gold and 1511 mishandles proxy discovery, which allows remote attackers to redirect network traffic via unspecified vectors, aka "Windows WPAD Proxy Discovery Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."